450 Pounds of Pure Gluttony (and selfishness)

450 Pounds of Lard, A 1 Pound Cheeseburger, A Plate Of Fries, And 5 Sodas

BY: Mike Geary

I went to dinner last weekend with some good friends and I have to say that we were all astonished and disgusted at the gluttony we saw at the table next to us.

A man that had to weigh about 450 lbs was eating at the table next to us with his wife and 2 young kids.

This man was so overweight that his stomach fat actually hung almost all the way to the ground as he sat in his chair.

Now don't get me wrong, IF this man sincerely wanted to change his life, I would be more than willing to help and try to help him overcome whatever in his life has led him to become so overweight.

My problem is that he was certainly NOT trying to lose any of this weight...

And this is NOT a genetics issue... this is all about lifestyle.

As I munched on my lean ostrich burger... we sat there in astonishment and watched him devour an entire 1-lb cheeseburger (if you've seen half lb burgers, then imagine how big a 1-lb burger is!), along with an entire plate of greasy fries, as well as guzzling down no less than 4 or 5 sugar-laden sodas (as well as eating some of his kids food too).

He obviously doesn't care that he's about 300 lbs overweight... he certainly wasn't trying to improve his health with this monstrous display of gluttony, eating probably over 4,000 calories in one sitting.

But the WORST part of this whole thing is that he's utterly SELFISH for being that far overweight. Yes, that's right... it's downright selfish to be THAT overweight.

The whole time I couldn't help but feel so bad for those 2 poor little kids that are probably going to lose their father due to health problems in a few years... or the wife that could be a widow at any time now... all because of this man's selfishness and obvious lack of care for his health.

I wondered about his relationship with his kids and how he can't play sports with them or do other things that I remember so fondly from my youth...

He could barely walk for that matter, so I can't think he can throw a ball with his kids, take them on a hike, or teach them how to swing a bat or a golf club. I have so many fond memories of my youth spent playing baseball and hockey with my dad, going on fishing trips, and doing other active things with him. I feel bad that those kids with the 450-lb dad will never get to experience those types of activities with their dad.

And it's frightening to wonder what types of habits those kids are learning by watching their dad eat 4,000 calories at a sitting at their meal times. What bad habits are they going to pick up in their lives by seeing lifestyle examples like this on a daily basis?

..Some food for thought for sure.

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Intervention Treatments for Drug Addicts

Contributed by David B Smith

Intervention is a process of bringing together a party of people who have been affected by the deeds of the drug addict, in a nonaligned place. This collection is then heartened to address the drug dependent to tell him as to how each individual person in the amalgamation has been influenced. This hopefully enables the addict to face up to the fact that he has got a problem and to seek help.

Considerable preparation needs to be made before the definite interposition takes place, as it is not an easy process and the situation is anything but common. All concerned have to be standing by with what is needed to be said. It is also wise to get the help of a professional, someone who has experience of handling drug abuse and addiction and who can moderate the meeting. Such a specialist can help the addict as well as handle the sensitive issues that are guaranteed to come up at the assembly.

As someone influenced, it may be testing for you at the outset to confront the drug abuser, as you may fear that such conflict may result in the dependent rejecting you or hating you. This is certainly a very real possibility and you must be prepared for it. The idea behind an interposition is to let the drug abuser become mindful of the fact that his addiction affects a lot of people other than just himself. In their self-interest due to the sickness, they are not conscious of this and the intercession confronts them with this fact.

Invading someone's privacy through such an intervention can be considered by some to be detestable and a destruction of his right to decide for himself. There is no good or bad way to mediate. Living in a culture however, we are incessantly influencing each other and at times, circumstances just warrant that we intercede with a well-defined purpose.

When someone dear to us is suffering from addiction, we try to get help for him and this is a simple intercession. When the addiction has become too severe and the drug user's deeds has become unsafe for himself and others, a crisis intermediation is called for to calm things down and ensure security for every person involved. This makes it likely to handle the emergency is in a rational manner.

The focus of concentration in an interposition is the drug dependent. All participants are prepared in advance to be totally honest, if need be, ferociously so, when they share to the dependent their experiences with his behavior. The atmosphere is likely to be tense and uncomfortable, but as the addict begins to realize that his addiction has become out of hand, it would become calmer.

Intervention is an effective way to allow the drug abuser to come to terms with his addiction in a tender and caring way. This will enable him to take help for his disorder. A family interpolation can be effected giving the drug user dignity and respect in a non-judgmental way. It has proved successful and is very often the answer.

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Getting A Second Medical Opinion

Getting a second opinion is standard medical practice these days. There are millions of surgical procedures performed in the United States every year and the majority of these operations are necessary for the health and well being of the patient. But, according to recent studies, a percentage of surgeries may be unnecessary.

Many people are now seeking second opinions, especially when it comes to elective surgery procedures. Also some insurance companies are encouraging second opinions for surgical procedures and more people than ever are beginning to take an active role in their health care options.

Based on all of the surgeries performed, one can conclude that overall we have a good system. However, we still hear of horror stories and botched operations from time to time, both in this country and around the world.

A second medical opinion can save you time and money, and it is possible that the condition in question can be treated by means other than surgery. Your doctor's approach to treating your condition is influenced by his training, experience, and exposure to new techniques. Getting a second opinion is standard medical practice, and you will find that most physicians welcome second and even third opinions. You can be candid and open with your physician about this as you tell him your feelings and how much more comfortable you'd feel getting another doctor's opinion.

If you decide to get a second medical opinion on a surgical procedure, you may wish to ask your doctor to refer a colleague or specialist. If you'd rather seek out another doctor yourself, you can take the matter up with your local medical society or area medical school.

When you go to a second doctor, tell him or her the name of the recommended surgical procedure and do over the various tests you have already had. This can save you the unnecessary expense of running duplicate medical tests. If the second doctor agrees that the surgery is necessary, he or she will usually send you back to the first doctor. If you make the decision to have the recommended surgery, there are a number of questions you may like to have answered such as from what medical school did the surgeon graduate, and in what specialty did the surgeon complete an accredited residency program. You might also want to inquire as to how many operations like yours the particular surgeon has performed and how many of those patients have required additional surgery.

A good indicator of a surgeon's competence is certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties. The letters F.A.C.S. (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons) after the surgeon's name is another sign of a surgeon's qualifications.

Once you are comfortable with your choice of a surgeon, find out what your options are. Ask about possible risks, complications and side effects, and the length of the recovery period. Talk to others who have had the same procedure. Also, don't forget to check with your insurance company to learn if the surgical procedure is covered under your policy, and if so, whether it is covered as in-patient or out-patient surgery. Remember, you deserve to be informed of all your health care options, especially when it involves a surgical procedure.

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