- By Steph. G. Halston.
- (General Dispatch) – A survey of the U.S. population indicated that 42% of a total of 3,000 adults surveyed gained an average of 29 unwanted pounds during the pandemic.
- Likewise, 48% of the population between 25 and 42 years of age reported an increase of 48 pounds.
- At the same time, another group of respondents reported losing 26 unintentional pounds during the pandemic. This may have been due to concerns about being restricted from leaving the house.
- Meanwhile, the 43-56 age groups also reported a progressive gain of at least 21 pounds.
- Meanwhile, the older population, ages 57 and 75, gained an average of 16 pounds.
- The effects caused during confinement could generate different reactions in the organism, which vary depending on the person’s lifestyle. Those who practice sports have a less significant tendency than those who do not practice sports.
- It is important to mention that the mood of people is also an influential factor in the increase and decrease of body mass. Probably, weight records are strictly related to this factor.
- In summary, the recommendations offered by the pollster indicate that practicing some sport or performing some dynamic activity contributes to the metabolism fulfilling its function more successfully, thus avoiding overweight.
Adittional Information:
Breitbart: Nolte: Poll Says 42% of Americans Gained Average of 29 Unwanted Pounds During Pandemic
Mail Chi: Food and Health Fact #59: Weight gain in the Covid-19 era
