According to the latest data from the CDC (Centers of Disease Control and Prevention), the average adult man in America weighs 197.8 pounds and has a waist measurement of 40.3 inches, and the average adult woman weighs 170.5 pounds and has a waist of 38.7 inches. Besides looking terrible and robbing you of quality of life, this extra weight increases the risk of early death due to heart attack, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. If you are serious about your health and longevity, to help you lose weight, I highly recommend reading the book, How Not to Diet by Dr. Michael Greger (click here).
Obesity in America
Dr. Daniel Thomas, DO, MS
Dr. Thomas is a highly regarded and sought-after physician whose medical expertise has been shaped by extensive education and refined over 39 years of clinical practice. His work centers on unlocking the science of longevity enhancement and helping people with cancer find a clearer path toward resolution. His strength lies in his scientific curiosity, creative and analytical thinking, and practical application of cutting-edge research. Despite the demands of a busy medical practice, Dr. Thomas devotes 20–30 hours a week outside the office to reviewing the latest scientific literature and consulting with leading scientists to identify promising treatments. He shares his evidence-based insights at ThomasHealthBlog.com and in his forthcoming book, “Healthier After 50: A Smarter Path to Aging Well,” which will distill decades of clinical wisdom into a practical guide for living healthier, happier, and longer. Dr. Thomas can be reached at info@healthyandstrong.com.