When I was a young girl (1950’s era) conversations about sexuality and reproductive issues were strictly ‘adult’ topics.
Like many young children at that time I was very curious when I saw the once flat belly of any female in the community begin to expand.
I got the courage one day to ask my aunt what was happening with this older girl who used to take time out to play with me.
‘She swallowed pumpkin seeds’ came the reply.
I suppose this was just a story for a1950’s city kid for whom growing pumpkins were not a part of my everyday experiences.
Nor do I recall seeing a man with a ‘beer belly’ in those early years
Things and times have changed
Lifestyle, nutritional choices and stress has produced ‘bang’ belly in many women, and the ‘male pregnancy syndrome’ in many men.
Watch this video on the dangers of belly fat and how to know if you are at risk for developing ‘metabolic syndrome’
Is your waist measurement more than half your height in inches?
Ouch! It’s time to get a complementary wellness evaluation
