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THE ACCEPTABLE SIN




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A 60-something liberal woman in the Bible Belt shares her thoughts on Obesity.
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17 responses // THE ACCEPTABLE SIN

  • People's eyes need to be opened to the direct link between obesity and religion. Animal agriculture is the the biggest contributor to greenhouse gases. If the world stopped eating meat, we could save the planet, and save people's lives....
    dixiefilms
  • I've never heard things put that way. But as for not eating meat-I don't understand why. Even animals eat animals. If people just took what they needed things would be better. I don't understand giving up meat completely.
    sixteenyearsofclean
  • I know overweight vegans. Eating flesh is translated to eating human flesh! That is why we are told to not eat Meat during good Friday. But this is a real sin.

    "Derived from the Latin gluttire, meaning to gulp down or swallow, gluttony is the over-indulgence and over-consumption of anything to the point of waste. In the Christian religions, it is considered a sin because of the excessive desire for food, or its withholding from the needy." - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_deadly_sins#Gluttony...

    I don't get the point of excluding meat out of your life totally, but there is a need to teach people when enough is enough. Moderation is key to every consumable.
    IriEonE
  • A lot of childhood obesity was due to ignorance - people didn't know enough to change their eating habits, especially in the south (USA). Everything is fried and burried in gravy. But these days, parents have NO excuse for feeding their kids a steady diet of fast food and processed meals.

    Moderation and common sense - we need more of that!Good for you, Opal!
    patsarts
  • 'Moderation is key to every consumable.' - very good point, and one that I echo. The real acceptable sin is perhaps commercialism itself - just look at your GVs - brands, brands, and more brands, feeding off the Super-Size-Me culture.

    Interesting doc - the religion/obesity debate is new to me. However, it might help if you got yourself a tripod!
    StrangeConversation
  • If we get rid of the non-food "food products" that we eat and go back to farming our own animals to eat the obesity trend could easily be reversed.
    cheyroze
  • nice job Jack! This is a very interesting pod.
    saskia
  • Thanks for the responses! Keep 'em coming! Sorry I haven't had more time to reply with comments. Things are pretty crazy here in farm country. But it's good to see healthy responses, and subjects that make for good debate. One thing I've noticed right away in some of these responses is some familar territory that's been arguments throughout history. I'll respond shortly. And I'll be letting Opal come here and post direct responses as well! Keep letting all of us know what you think! We love it!

    Jac
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    dixiefilms
  • It amazes me that people do not see the direct link between religion and obesity. Gluttony is a sin. Over 70% of Americans are overweight or obese. And 97% consider themselves religious. We need to open people's eyes. If we can open their eyes to this obscenity, we can save people's lives, and at the same time, save the planet.

    Just a few thoughts....

    Jack
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    dixiefilms
  • I get the connection and the irony!
    sluggosmom
  • U.S. animal farms generate billion of tons of animal waste every year, which the Environmental Protection Agency says pollute our waterways more than all other industrial sources combined. According to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization, livestock around the world contribute more greenhouse gases (mostly methane) to the atmosphere--18 percent of our total output--than emissions from all the world's cars and trucks. A 10-acre farm can support 60 people growing soy, 24 people growing wheat, 10 people growing corn--but only two raising cattle. It is not only unsustainable, but completely irresponsible to expect to expect to feed world populations with an animal based diet. Scientists, physicians and dietitians agree that those who enjoy a plant based diet have lower death rates from heart disease; lower blood cholesterol levels; suffer less high blood pressure; hypertension; obesity; type 2 diabetes; prostate and colon cancers than those who consume animal products.

    Whole grains are rich in fiber and other complex carbohydrates, as well as protein, B vitamins and zinc. Vegetables are packed with nutrients; they provide vitamin C, beta-carotene, riboflavin, iron, calcium, fiber, and other vitamins. Fruits are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and beta-carotene. The problem of meat guzzling goes way beyond animal rights.
    MerrileeC
  • MerrileeC,

    You are so right on this. You are hitting the nail on the head. Greenhouse gases are the biggest contributor to global warming. The biggest contributor of greenhouse gas is Methane. And the biggest contributor of methane is animal agriculture.

    These are the facts. If we stopped raising animals for meat, we would save global warming and the planet.

    You're right...this goes far beyond animal rights.

    Jack
    dixiefilms
  • We appreciate your thoughts and responses to our new film about Obesity, Religion and Animal Rights! Keep them coming!

    We just received word....this film will have its official film festival World Premiere next week at the Animal Rights Film Festival in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the New Mexico School of Law July 10th! Opal and I think this is a perfect setting to premiere this film on the festival circuit. We can't wait to share Opal's message of Obesity, Religion and Animal Rights with both the world here on Current TV, and now, the fest circuit! Stay tuned for more updates!

    Jack
    dixiefilms
  • Thanks, Jack of dixiefilms, for steering me to this pod.
    Gluttony "expands" far beyond eating as a greedy disease in our world.
    huntre
  • You got that right Huntre!
    dixiefilms
  • A lot of what north American people believe about food consumption has been taught to them through our culture. Our society is a society of consumers. Marketing focuses on reaffirming the notion, "you deserve a break today," "have it your way"...etc. Our nation has been brain washed to believe that food is something we reward ourselves with. If we could ever get back to the idea that food is what we need to nurture our bodies, maybe things could be different. Respect for our own bodies may translate to respect for the living animals we consume.

    Look at the food pyramid we all were given in school to help us with a "healthy" diet. It was all designed by the FDA to help sell more milk and other foods that were abundant. Food is big business. Unfortunately, many people won't ever see it that way. I tend to lean toward blaming our greedy capitalistic society than religion, but I really appreciate your prospective in this film.
    Check out GM cattle feed too.
    wholefreespirit
  • Thanks for all the comments...

    Keep 'em coming!!!

    Jack
    dixiefilms

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