where the writers are A Common Sense Approach To Obesity  Let’s
face it. America has an obesity problem and we know it.  Many of
the rising healthcare costs can be attributed to the fact that,
over all, the nation is obese.  Every where you look, there is
always some new exercise equipment, weight loss program or
diet.  Liposuction is the number one cosmetic surgery procedure
done in America, with tummy tucks being number four!  Though
liposuction and tummy tucks do a lot for self -esteem and
appearance, it does very little to benefit you from a health
standpoint.  This is especially true if you have not altered the
behavior that caused you to consider such procedures. Do we need
to take such drastic measures to combat obesity? The answer, of
course, is “no”.   Discipline and restraint are the operative
words of the day. What is needed is a change in attitude and
conditioning. This is not a “one size fits all” solution but it
is a “one size fits most” solution.  Suffice it to say, there
are those among us who