In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the origins, challenges and solutions of the obesity epidemic. Interesting statistics that highlight the obesity epidemic. (2:11) The clinical definition of obesity. (3:00) Why fix the obesity epidemic? (5:38) The importance of having an honest conversation. (8:35) How being obese affects your mental health. (10:32) Self-image versus body image. (12:15) You have to change your approach. (14:54) What caused this problem? (20:38) The 3 Step Solution to the Obesity Epidemic.  #1 – Dramatically reduce heavily processed foods from your diet. (35:06) #2 – Build strength and muscle. (38:42) #3 – Increase awareness around being distracted while consuming food. (46:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off!  **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit ChiliPad for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Obesity One of the Biggest Risk Factors in COVID-19 Hospitalizations, Study Suggests Defining Adult Overweight and Obesity Healthy lifestyle and life expectancy free of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes: prospective cohort study The Key to Fitness Success is Self-Love – Mind Pump Blog Workout Because You Love Yourself Not Because You Hate Yourself – Mind Pump Blog NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Processed foods make up 70 percent of the U.S. diet Processed: Food Science and the Modern Meal How Portion Sizes Have Changed Throughout History We Burn as Many Calories as Hunter-Gatherers, So What Makes Us Fat? Why Resistance Training is the Best Form of Exercise – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources