Here in America obesity is a major issue. The condition can lead to heart and respiratory problems, diabetes, and numerous other diseases. But did you know studies show obese people face a higher risk of death in car accidents? A study of more than 150,000 car crashes has shown there’s a 21% increase in fatal injuries for moderately obese people, and for morbidly obese people the percentage rises to 56%. The percentages are relative to the standard healthy weight person. People who are slightly overweight have the lowest risk.
One solution is for larger people to look into buying cars with more room for the driver. On the other hand buying a car is a lot more expensive than buying insurance! Sweeney & Sweeney Insurance offers life insurance, health insurance, and outstanding auto insurance in California. So exercising and eating right will not only help you look good in your swimsuit, they’ll increase your odds of surviving a car accident, and help you secure the insurance you need to protect yourself, your assets, and your peace of mind. Contact us on our site, or look us up on Facebook and Twitter for your California insurance quotes today!