The Asymptotic Faery - The Writings of Allyson N. Jason

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Interest In Dieting Slims Down

This is pretty much the “panacea”…it’s been said time and time again but it’s hard to listen with all of the dazzling advertisements that promise to offer quick-fix solutions to “America’s Weight Problem”. Plus we all want to be “stars”…it’s part of the competitive society we live in and the effects of extreme on-going industrialism. Competition in -every- way. The best of the best…so to speak.

But we should focus more on lifestyle efficiency, eating in moderation and being in good health…and yes being able to enjoy ourselves once in awhile with food without looking at it as a sign of weakness and lack of control.

If we get an A or B on our “health report cards” during doctor visit check-ups and all of our “vitals” (blood sugar, blood pressure and the like) are in good standing and we get regular activity weekly, then we should be fine…given that one isn’t in poor health standing already and needs extra special health care regimens.

I also think our fixation with being as hard, lean and thin as possible should be dropped. Of course easier said than done. Why is that the goal? What’s wrong with being at least an average size or even a little bit plump?

Everyone’s body is different so some people are going to be naturally thin…and some should pack on less weight for their bone structure and genetics, however for most of us, our desire to look like Olympic athletes in training is ridiculous but the etiology of those obsessions runs deep and it might even have to do with the way our economy functions and the way it is structured. Since the economy is experiencing hard times in the US right now, we might likely see a subtle shift in aesthetic goals and standards to reflect those changes. I certainly have my theories on this…

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