Fat Cats Earn Less
An article today from
Health Day News examines the smaller paychecks of those who weigh more. Though this is obviously unfair. If fear or anger is the only motivator for change, those changes will not be sustainable. The first step on the road lasting change is a vision and desire to move towards creative goals.
Creating health is much different from being on a diet. Diets may last for a period of time while
creating health is a change in lifestyle; an ongoing learning process. What are the goals you want to set for your
health and when do you want to begin?
Polly and I at Health Coach Resource are looking forward to listening
to your goals and help you develop and acquire the tools you will need for the
journey.
MONDAY, Dec. 19 (HealthDay News) -- Obese
Americans have smaller paychecks than those who aren't overweight, and this
difference is especially strong among women, a new study finds.
The analysis of data from the National
Longitudinal Survey of Youth revealed that in 2004, overall average annual
incomes were $8,666 less for obese women and $4,772 less for obese men compared
with normal weight workers.
In 2008, obese women made an average of $5,826
(15 percent) less than normal-weight females, the George Washington University
researchers said.
"This research broadens the growing body of
evidence that shows that in addition to taxing health, obesity significantly
affects personal finances," Christine Ferguson, a professor in the
department of health policy, said in a university news release. "It also
reinforces how prevalent stigma is when it comes to weight-related health
issues."
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