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Well, I’m happy to see that my state [ PA ] was not the fattest, but it saddens and disgusts me that America as a whole is so fat. Gross.

I demand a recount…I am sure Alabama is fatter…what malls did they visit!?

We’re #1!  Hahahah, just kidding.  America sucks.

I’m pretty sure Indiana ranks up somewhere towards the upper half of the list. I’m happy to report that I’m no longer obese, though I wonder how much their numbers would change if a diagnostic tool better than BMI was used. Don’t get me wrong, America has a weight problem, but for a long time my BMI read “obese” while people described me as “muscular.” Now I’m  in the “overweight” range and I have more weight to lose! But not that much! Tummy it starting to get flaaaaaat. :3

Nope. I live in Canada. It would be interesting to see a map of the fattest provinces, though. 

@Gentemann@xanga - lol

We studied obesity trends in one of my classes, it’s unnerving to see how bad it has gotten in such a short time span.

Tell us something we don’t know.

@kissmycouturex@xanga - i don’t think we’re that fat….

Go to Disney World and you’ll barf. I’ve never seen such big people in my life. It’s really sad. 

I don’t get why it’s so hard to eat just a tad bit less and walk for a half hour a day around the block. 

@july37@xanga - Haha, I know right! I mean of coarse we do have some overweight and obese people in Canada, but it’s nothing like the United States. I always feel super skinny whenever I travel there. No offense to Americans, I really enjoy the States. But facts are facts… 

And everyone got mad at Tom Ford for telling the truth…
Even though it’s not “my state,” I went to school in Texas and I truly thought it would be #1 on this list.

Yep, go to any small-town Wal-Mart and it’s plain to see.  I don’t know where Iowa ranks, I’m guessing maybe about halfway down the list?  All I know is that I’m no longer obese and gradually working my way out of overweight, all the while trying to remain optimistic and not starve myself in spite of the fact that I’m still part of the “fat numbers.”  Perhaps a big enough hit to the good ol’ self-esteem will make people change?  That seems to be the popular tactic.  Personally I think some re-vamping of the food industry and more education for families would show some real results.  Sigh.

This makes me sad. I feel happy when I go to the gym though because I see some fat people trying to work it off. Seeing those who have made it and have really great bodies makes me smile.

there are lots of fat tourists where I live. I’m like the rare walking stick alien bunny sighting

It wasn’t too long ago that Texas was the fattest state.  Ever see that movie Super Size Me?

I think stress is a major reason why so many Americans are obese, which explains why we have such an obesity problem despite being the most health conscience country in the world.  Most people don’t work 9-5 jobs.  People who work especially in major professions push at least 60 hours per week.  In public accounting, entry-level associates will work 60-80 hours per week, and auditors end up traveling up to 100% of the time.  That is a lot for a non-management position right out of college.  It’s worse in the health care profession, where you’re on call 24/7.  Then there is the stress that is coupled with having to take care of kids and always feeling rushed, like everything has to be done NOW NOW NOW.  Many Americans don’t take a chance to just sit back and relax, take a breather, do some yoga, etc.  

I live in the second fattest state.

@Gentemann@xanga - lol.  I was about to say that Alabama used to be the fattest state until Mississippi beat them  last year.  Mississippi has been beating Alabama  at all the bad stuff.  Alabama doesn’t even know how to lose well.

I just moved to Louisville from Chicago, and I have definitely noticed a significant jump in the number of people around me who look huge.  Kentucky is number 4 on the list, and I definitely believe it.  It’s not only sad that this is happening in the US, it’s also gross.  People know better, and they could care less.  It makes me so disappointed when I see fatmilies walking around stores, where not only are mom and dad obese, but so are their 4 and 8 year old children.  I don’t understand why parents are not taking control over their children’s eating habits so this dangerous trend does not continue to get worse.  No one is willing to put in the time to take care of themselves or their children, it’s more convenient to drive their cars to the nearest fast food place and inhale several cheeseburgers for a single meal.

Believe it or not, America is NOT the only country with an obesity problem, nor does it have the highest obesity rate in the world:

http://www.forbes.com/2007/02/07/worlds-fattest-countries-forbeslife-cx_ls_0208worldfat.html

@ohveryoung@xanga - That made me laugh out loud! hahahahah.

This is pathetic.  People call it an epidemic like it’s something we can’t control.  What the fuck?  I know that certain illnesses and medications can cause people to gain weight, but let’s be honest here – my (handicapped) sister has a thyroid issue and my parents bought her McDonald’s often, didn’t trim the butter or salt out of home cooked meals, didn’t encourage her to exercise (aside from a three wheeled bicycle when she was 14)… now, she lives in a home with caretakers and since they watch her weight so closely, she’s dropped at least a hundred pounds and is healthy.  She exercises, she eats right.

Now let’s talk about my fiance’s mom – she was on a (very necessary) medication a few years ago that caused her to gain almost 200 pounds, despite eating well and exercising.  After getting off of it, she took her time and lost it all.  She looks great, just like my sister does.

The reason why so many Americans are obese is because of laziness.  OBESE.  Not overweight.  Hell, I have a little pudge on my stomach, it’s normal that we all have differing body sizes.  But if you’re at an unhealthy weight, figure out the best steps to take to fix that problem.  You owe it to yourself.

I live in Mississippi. We also rank last in median family income AND in percentage of people who graduate from high school. 

It’s a horrible cycle here. Obesity is rampant here because many families simply can’t afford to eat healthfully– fast food is 5x cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. Plus, we’re the least educated state so people don’t know anything about what’s healthy and what’s not anyways. So everyone stays fat. And poor. And dumb. 
Oh and Alabama is beating us at one thing– #1 for teen pregnancies. MS is #2. 

@Chibi_Son_Gokou@xanga - So true

OP:
I don’t know about Texas?

I’ll never understand how people allow themselves to get obese. How do you stand looking at yourself naked!? 

@Sunny___Skies@xanga - There’s this one girl at my work who is like 300 lbs and is proud of it.  Whenever there is food in the breakroom, it will be gone by the time her shift is over.  And she has the nerve to try to hit on all the guys including me…ugh.

this makes me want to give everyone in america an eating disorder to lose weight. how is the LEAST obese state at nearly 1 in 5 people. that is disgusting!

Cali girl! my states not mentioned whoo lol

@Murphy_Rants@xanga - Wasn’t going to comment, but I guess I will because I really wanted to congradulate you on your weight loss. It’s a conscience effort to lose weight and I applaud you for your determination and intelligence about your health. 

@Winter__Raven@xanga - Thank you. 

I’m sure Georgia is high on the list. Southern cooking is awful for your health. The touristy areas of Savannah are obsessed with their local star Paula Deen. You should see how much butter this lady uses in her cooking. It may taste good, but Southern food will make you underestimate calories unless you know exactly how much butter, grease, etc. went into it.

i live in the fattest city in america, corpus christi tx, according to menshealth.com

Why yes it is. I’m neither fat nor dumb though. Huzzah for bucking the odds!

Ewwww. Well, at least we’re number one at something. j/k

@not3000@xanga - yeah, I’m origonally from Texas and I was SURE it was going to be number one

I go to Mississippi State University, and the funny thing is that most everyone who goes there is in good shape.  I’m from the Carolinas and most colleges here have a lot of overweight students.  Since MS is the fattest state, I would have expected otherwise.  At least the college students are healthy.

@Gentemann@xanga - Alabama does not have that many fat people. They actually have a lot of people UNDER WEIGHT.

@Chibi_Son_Gokou@xanga - thats disgusting haha