Now, more than ever, we need to change our eating and health habits to boost that all-important immune system. With COVID-19 cases back on the rise, it seems only sensible that we do all we can to get fit and healthy – and that means focussing on losing weight.
Frightening statistics have revealed that men are twice as likely to die from coronavirus than women, and obesity increases that risk.
COVID-19 attacks vital organs, specifically the lungs, and the more overweight you are, the lower your lung capacity. But why is it men who are worse off? ‘Studies have revealed that men are more likely to think they are leaner than women think they are, so might be less likely to take action when it comes to their weight,’ explains Dr Michael Mosley.