Why not just say “Put down the fucking cheeseburger?”

My insurance sends out emails from time to time providing health advice, and the one I got today made me roll my eyes. Today’s email was called “Put down the pastrami.” Let me offer you part of the email I received.

And walk away from the salami, bologna, and bacon, too. Often filled with preservatives, many processed meats have been shown to negatively affect your health and well-being

Shorter insurance: You are what you eat. Eat all these fatty meats and eventually you’ll be just like any other fatassed American.

Most store-bought processed meats are made with sodium nitrate or nitrite to prevent spoilage. These preservatives, in large quantities, have been shown to increase the risk of certain cancers. Need another reason to find healthier options? Many of these meats also have high saturated fat levels and can put the bulge into your waistline.

You mean all those bacon wrapped hot dogs smothered in Carmel sauce I’ve been eating AREN’T helping me lose weight? God damn it. Why didn’t they email me sooner?

Don’t fret – you don’t have to give up pepperoni pizza and hot dogs altogether. But moderation is key.

Nooooo really? I thought I could eat all the pizza I could ever want and live forever…

Be mindful of what you’re putting in your mouth. If processed meats comprise a large part of your daily meals, make an effort to substitute with natural foods such as fresh chicken, beans, and low-fat dairy. Because if you get a heart attack we probably won’t cover it.

The part in bold was a fix of mine… I like to help read between the lines whenever I can.

If I want health advice I’ll go listen to a nutrition specialist. Not some fucking insurance company that hardly covers any medical and profits off of sick people who can hardly afford it.

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Melon Seed
March 27, 2011 9:42 am

Sorry, annoying insurance company, there are growth hormones and all kinds of other bad stuff in chicken, low-fat dairy, and probably every non-organic food that you could possibly want to eat! So just stop eating now and solve that problem for good – LOLOLOL! The Food Police are soooo annoying since we are all going to die sooner or later anyway – LOL! As for meh, I would much rather enjoy my life and that includes eating reasonable amounts of pizza, bacon, and fruits and vegetables. The key word is reasonable! If I can’t do that, I sure as hell… Read more »

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Melon Seed
March 28, 2011 12:09 am

Yes, I know chocolate isn’t good for me. I’m fucking eating it anyway. The sad part is that somewhere there is some sob that actually needs this kind of advice… “If you eat too much bacon it isn’t good for you” No fucking shit Sherlock… Just put down the cheeseburger and walk away slowlllllyyyyyy. As it is I average around 1 to 2 meals a day. I eat healthy and non healthy food and I didn’t need these fuckheads telling me what to eat… I’m in good shape because I practice common sense when I eat plus the work I… Read more »

Ettetram
Ettetram
Melon Seed
March 27, 2011 9:42 am

Sorry, annoying insurance company, there are growth hormones and all kinds of other bad stuff in chicken, low-fat dairy, and probably every non-organic food that you could possibly want to eat! So just stop eating now and solve that problem for good – LOLOLOL! The Food Police are soooo annoying since we are all going to die sooner or later anyway – LOL! As for meh, I would much rather enjoy my life and that includes eating reasonable amounts of pizza, bacon, and fruits and vegetables. The key word is reasonable! If I can’t do that, I sure as hell… Read more »

Sensei Super Ultra Mega Commander Jedi Samurai ElPresidente Officer The Undertaker GuildMaster Grand Poobah Emperoress/Emperor Shogun Divine Saint Pharaoh Comrade Overlord Tomala of the guiding light
Sensei Super Ultra Mega Commander Jedi Samurai ElPresidente Officer The Undertaker GuildMaster Grand Poobah Emperoress/Emperor Shogun Divine Saint Pharaoh Comrade Overlord Tomala of the guiding light
Melon Seed
March 28, 2011 12:09 am

Yes, I know chocolate isn’t good for me. I’m fucking eating it anyway. The sad part is that somewhere there is some sob that actually needs this kind of advice… “If you eat too much bacon it isn’t good for you” No fucking shit Sherlock… Just put down the cheeseburger and walk away slowlllllyyyyyy. As it is I average around 1 to 2 meals a day. I eat healthy and non healthy food and I didn’t need these fuckheads telling me what to eat… I’m in good shape because I practice common sense when I eat plus the work I… Read more »