The United States seems to have a problem. Our country is getting larger by the day, and the reasons are unclear. The most commonly given reasons are the readily available fast foods that are no good, and a lack of exercise. Modern conveniences are great to save time, but they are also saving us from moving around. As a result, we spend more and more time in the same spot, leaving our waistlines to expand. Losing weight is not easy, and anyone who says it is has never had to do it.

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