Am I Physically Prepared

Yes, losing weight is a great idea for most of us.

And it is amazing how easy it is to gain weight. But when you think about it, it is not so amazing. For my weight and height, I am supposed to require 2,563 calories if I stay sedentary. To lose 2 pounds per week without exercising, I would have to cut 1,000 calories a day. That would mean I would then be eating about 1,600 calories. As my weight went down, I would require less so I would have to eat less. Tough to do for most of us. BUT, to gain 2 pounds per week, all I would have to do is eat a couple of candy bars a day. Many candy bars are around 500 calories. Yeah, they are supposed to be two servings, but who gives away half thier candy?

Add a couple of beers and we are at gaining 3 pounds per week. A couple of sodas we get 4. An 8 ounce glass of orange juice has 112 cal. Better than soda, but a whole orange would be better.

So, it is simple to lose weight. Eat less, exercise more. But it is not easy. But it is both simple AND easy to gain. And the process is more fun too.

Bob L

Do you forget that Coca Leaves have been used by the south american indians since long before they were "discovered". Cocaine is a new drug, but coca is used all over. Chewed, with Lime I believe to cut the acidity? I forget, but am sure Wiki has plenty on it.

Bob L