Archive for the ‘Weight Loss’ Category

If you are over your ideal body weight and hesitant to begin exercising for fear of failing to lose weight, don’t hesitate to start getting active, even if the weight drops off slowly or not at all.  Research shows that people who are not at optimal weight but who are active have a lower mortality risk than those of normal weight, but low fitness levels. Read the rest of this entry »

If you eat an extra 100 calories a day and keep your activity level the same, you could gain an extra 10 pounds a year!  Keeping calories in check is an essential part of an overall healthy eating plan that can help you avoid weight gain, aid in your weight loss efforts or maintain your optimal weight.  In other words, almost everyone can benefit from cutting back 100 calories each day, and here are 7 simple ideas. Read the rest of this entry »

Even though efforts to raise awareness of the health risks of obesity have increased, Americans continue to gain weight.

The latest report from “F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America’s Future,” found that the obesity rate in  28 states rose last year.

Obesity rates were up to or over 30% of the population in 8 states–up 4 states from last year.

It’s time to act, and it all starts with…

• Walking every day
• Eating smaller portions
• Eating out less
• Eating healthier, more wholesome foods, and
• Keeping kids active, eating well and staying away from video games and television

Even small changes can greatly influence your health and how you and your family feels.  No more excuses: your lifestyle affects the whole nation.