“Obesity is directly a function of energy. So, if you have more energy, if you eat more energy than you use, then your body will store it for later. The body is very efficient at storing energy, and in our body, we store it as fat, and if you end up having a consistent situation where you eat more energy than you use, you will put on weight.” – Prof. Lesley Wicks on this episode of Wellbeing
Hear Jack Hogins talking with Prof. Wicks. They will discuss:
- how food affects the body
- how poor nutrition can cause negative impacts on the body
- the different nutritional needs of different age groups
- why people are not eating enough fruit and vegetables
- the affordability of good nutrition
- the links between obesity and the food people eat
- the quality of the nutrition provided by the big food companies
- some simple ways in getting more nutritious foods into the diet