The Bottom Line
Move more, eat less. Turning off the television and skipping
the sugary drinks can help.
Weight is a tough issue. Most people know how important it
is to keep weight in check yet struggle to do so. And it's understandable in
today's world where calorie-packed food comes fast and easy. But, the health
benefits of staying at a healthy weight are huge and well worth the effort. In
addition to lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and high
blood pressure, keeping weight in check can also lower the risk of many
different cancers, including breast, colon, kidney, pancreas, and esophagus.
Because most people put on a pound or two every year, the
first, and easiest, goal should be to stop any more weight gain, which has big
health benefits itself. After that, getting weight down to a healthy level
should be the next step. Quick weight
control tips? Get active, choose smaller portions, and eat more s-l-o-w-l-y.
