Losing weight and keeping it off isn't easy, but it has many benefits.
Losing weight and keeping it off isn't easy, but it has many benefits.
You may only need to make small changes to your lifestyle to maintain a healthy weight.
Obesity is linked to serious health problems and increases the risk of
, and cancers of the , and .Most people who are overweight can blame their excess weight on eating more calories than they burn.
You can reduce your risk of weight-related health problems by losing weight through eating more healthily and doing more physical activity.
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Many doctors now believe that when it comes to your health, your waist measurement is important.
While knowing your body mass index (BMI) is a good way to work out if you're overweight, it doesn't tell the whole story.
BMI is a measure of how healthy your weight is for your height. You can work out what your BMI is by using this
.If you have a high BMI, you're likely to be carrying extra fat. But your health could be at greater risk depending on where you store that fat.
Having a large amount of tummy fat (compared to fat around your bottom or thighs) makes you more likely to develop diabetes and heart problems.
A healthy waist circumference for men is less than 94cm (37 inches), and for women it's less than 80cm (32 inches).
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Important: Our website provides useful information but is not a substitute for medical advice. You should always seek the advice of your doctor when making decisions about your health.