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the weighting game.(tips for weight loss and management)
8 MUST-HAVE TIPS FOR WEIGHT-MANAGEMENT SUCCESS
did you know that there are 30 to 40 billion fat cells in that body of yours? At times, they may seem like an army of enemies out to sabotage your appearance in a swimsuit, but they saved our ancestors from starving by storing fat to get them through lean times. Trouble is, we have more than enough food available in America in this day and age, and we're usually not trekking across frozen tundra or arid steppes in search of the next encampment.
Pair our hefty calorie intakes with generally sedentary lives--sitting in front of the computer all day, driving from office to home, plopping down on the couch with the remote control to unwind--and it's easy to see why 97 million Americans weigh more than they should.
more than just bikini avoidance
Being overweight can damage much more than your poolside self-confidence. According to the authors of Mayo Clinic on Healthy Weight, overweight people have increased risks of developing high blood pressure, high triglycerides and low HDL ("good") cholesterol, type 2 diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, gallbladder disease, stroke, respiratory problems, osteoarthritis and various kinds of cancer. Due to these problems, overweight people may have a substandard quality of life and possibly die sooner than their healthy counterparts.
There is good news, however. Even a five to 10 percent weight loss can lower your health risks. If you are overweight, you might find your energy level and confidence increasing as the pounds come off, too. It's true that genetics play a role in how your body deals with calories, A family history of obesity increases your odds of ending up obese by 25 to 30 percent, but that just means you may have to work a little harder than those without such a history to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. You're not doomed. You can choose to adopt healthy habits.
Better Nutrition spoke with nutrition and exercise experts to learn their recipes for healthy weight loss and maintenance. Here, along with tips from the Mayo Clinic on Healthy Weight book, are some important ingredients for success.
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