Do Overweight Friends Impact My Weight?

You have all heard that your net-worth is related to you NETWORK. But did you know that your WEIGHT was related to your FRIENDS? Think about it. They say you become who you hang out with…… Are your friends healthy?

Overweight People Tend to Make Friends with other Overweight People

Your Peers Impact Your Weight

The more obese friends you have, the more likely you are to become obese. Gaining weight may be socially contagious! About a third of Americans are obese – roughly 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight. Those extra pounds increase the risk of developing Type II Diabetes, Heart Disease and many types of Cancer.

Take a look around you… Who is your peer group? Are they active, eating nutritious foods, following healthy habits? Having friends who support a healthy lifestyle will impact your own success at maintaining and living a long and healthy life.