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Losing Means Winning
Approximately 60 percent of Americans are trying to either lose or control their weight. And for good reason. It is estimated that 56 percent of adult Americans are overweight and almost 20 percent are obese.
What are the benefits of reaching proper weight? According to the National Institutes of Health, people who are obese (more than 20 percent above their ideal weight) are more likely to have hypertension, high blood cholesterol levels, diabetes and some kinds of cancer. Achieving a healthy weight reduces health risks. It also makes you feel better -- more energetic and more confident.
It is important to understand your weight loss needs. Ideally, both you and your physician should determine if you need to lose weight. If so, how far off are you from your "winning weight?" Is a complete change in eating habits necessary, or do you just need to cut back a little and watch the extra helpings? If you're close to your goal, you may not need to start a full-scale weight-reduction program. If you're more than 20 percent above your healthy weight, or if you've had a weight problem for many years, consult a health professional before starting any type of serious weight-loss program.
One of the first steps to weight-loss success is to evaluate how you feel, both physically and emotionally, then establish realistic goals. If you want to lose weight, set several short-term goals, and reward yourself (with non-food rewards) each time you make progress. Remember, even small weight losses have been shown to be beneficial. Should you reach a plateau that you cannot get past, perhaps you need to reevaluate your weight goal.
Article courtesy of The Calorie Control Council
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