MORE WEIGHT LOSS FACTS...Waist Size is Important!
Know your weight loss facts--not all fat is created equal! Recent reports indicate that fat accumulated around the waist and chest is more dangerous to your health than fat accumulated in other areas of the body! The National Institute of Health reports that a waist size larger than 40 inches (males) and 35 inches (females) increases the chances of developing heart disease and cancer. Research is now telling us that people who accumulate fat around their mid-sections are more likely to develop age-related dementia than those who accumulate fat in other parts of the body. This report comes with a bit of hope attached to it. Doctors say it is never too late to lose weight and get fit!
Waist to Hip Ratio:Your waist to hip ratio may be the best test for predicting a heart attack! Measure your waist at the smallest point and measure your hips at the widest point.Divide the first number by the second number. Related Links:Reduce Belly FatEasy Weight Loss Tips Choose an Exercise Plan Food PyramidThis food pyramid, published by the Harvard School of Public Health, is informative and easy to understand. It has slight differences from the one published by the USDA.
The site is updated as needed and offers it's own diet plan and a method for tracking. It is easy to see at a glance that our diets should consist mainly of grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein. Healthy recipes are easy to find online that can help you and your family achieve your wellness goals! Make it a priority to learn to eat healthy!
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