Consider this ...

We all hear the argument that it is expensive to be healthy.  I call shenanigans on that statement.  I feel like the people who say this, use it as a cop out so that they can continue their unhealthy lifestyle.  With that, I'd like to direct you all toward this article:  

http://shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/the-hidden-costs-of-unhealthy-living-1396599.html

and this one

http://aspe.hhs.gov/health/prevention/

It's little changes we can implement over time, you guys.  If you've never really exercised, get out ... walk 30 minutes a day 3 times a week.  drink water, or unsweetened tea instead of soda.  Switch from white to wheat bread.  It is NOT hard to be healthy!!  Granted, if you've not lived a particularly healthy lifestyle up to this point, it's going to take some getting used to.  It is not impossible, though.  Not by any stretch of the imagination. 

consider this post I just read from a friend of mine who is an FNP:

"I had a patient in November who I diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He was very angry hearing this diagnosis. When I discussed healthy food choices, eating smaller portions, & exercise he started screaming at me & telling me he already does those things. I started him on meds, and he missed a couple follow up appointments. Just when I had started to give up on him, he came back last week, lost 11 #s, blood sugars went from 200s to low 100s. He said he's been exercising & eating better. He says he feels better than he has in years. These are the people who make my job rewarding! I've said it before, and I'll say it again...diabetes (type 2) is a disease of lifestyle & choices! What choices are you making?"

Anyone can do it!  You just have to want it.  Now, what would you rather spend your money on?  Costly medical procedures and medications for things you could prevent, or something enjoyable like a family vacation, or a new T.V or SOMEthing that you actually want to own??  Put it in savings, and watch it grow!  

You don't have to be chained to your medications, you know.  You are in total control of your life.  Genetics isn't a crutch for your unhealthy habits, it should be motivation to be that much more diligent in your life choices.


A quote from Wendell Berry to ponder:  "People are fed by the food industry, which pays no attention to health, and are treated by the health industry, which pays no attention to food."


The ball is always in your court.  What are you going to do?