UPDATE: LANSING - Obesity seems to be a common theme not only in Michigan, but our country as well. Is it lack of exercise, poor eating habits, or a mix of both?
Almost all studies lead to both of these to be a main cause. A study from the American Heart Journal showed that people who ate fast food more than twice a week gained 10 more pounds than people who ate fast food less than once a week.
Simple exercises can also do the trick to help loose weight, however shedding some pounds comes easier when accompanied with a diet.
Watch the video below for information on Michigan's obesity, as well as what you can do to help prevent it.

ORIGINAL STORY: LANSING - The obesity rate in Michigan is on the rise once again, to find out why this is happening and how to prevent it watch Meridian Magazine on August 1st at 6pm!