Unwanted weight gain, for the most part, is simple to explain. When you eat more calories or energy than the body uses, the extra calories are stored as fat. As the process is repeated, larger deposits of body fat accumulate. After a point the excess weight poses a threat to one’s health, and the best solution is healthy eating and exercise. This takes a lifestyle change and a lifelong commitment. There is no magic pill.
Calculate your body mass index
and waist size (click here)
to determine your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Talk to your doctor or nutritionist. Or go to MyPyramid.gov to develop a personal eating plan with the foods and amounts that are right for you.
Learn to read food labels (click here) to make sure you are eating fewer calories and less fat and cholesterol.
Eat a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
Exercise. Regular exercise combined with healthy eating helps you achieve and maintain a healthy weight and lower your risk for chronic disease.
