Obesity is an epidemic in the U.S., and it comes from a lack of knowledge about nutrition. The obesity problem is partly a lack of education and partly a lack of exercise; it's an issue that touches children, young adults, adults, and seniors. Health problems related to obesity include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, arthritis, and high triglycerides. These issues are currently being treated with medicines, but they can also be treated with nutrition and exercise. Shakeology® is great because it's convenient nutrition in a packet.