Even Modest Weight Loss Can Mean Big Benefits

22 Feb

The good news is that no matter what your weight loss goal is, even a modest weight loss, such as 5 to 10 percent of your total body weight, is likely to produce health benefits, such as improvements in blood pressure, blood cholesterol, and blood sugars.2

For example, if you weigh 200 pounds, a 5 percent weight loss equals 10 pounds, bringing your weight down to 190 pounds. While this weight may still be in the “overweight” or “obese” range, this modest weight loss can decrease your risk factors for chronic diseases related to obesity.

So even if the overall goal seems large, see it as a journey rather than just a final destination. You’ll learn new eating and physical activity habits that will help you live a healthier lifestyle. These habits may help you maintain your weight loss over time.

In addition to improving your health, maintaining a weight loss is likely to improve your life in other ways. For example, a study of participants in the National Weight Control Registry* found that those who had maintained a significant weight loss reported improvements in not only their physical health, but also their energy levels, physical mobility, general mood, and self-confidence.

Source | CDC @ http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/losing_weight/index.html

FOOD, MOOD AND HORMONES TODAY @ PIONEER CENTER

22 Feb

FOOD, MOOD AND HORMONES

Join Dr. Gimenez of NorthShore Medical Group for this free (brown bag) lunch lecture!

Pioneer Center, Check in at Health Department, 2nd floor

Wednesday, February 22nd

12-1:00pm

Everyone’s welcome!

Up until recently, we have mostly concentrated on how the body uses the calories in food.  Now we understand that foods initiate a whole series of reactions in our bodies and brains – and that different foods act differently.

Why is weight management important?

21 Feb
In addition to helping you feel and look better, reaching a healthier body weight is good for your overall health and well being. If you are overweight or obese, you have a greater risk of developing many diseases including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some types of cancer.The secret to success is making changes and sticking with them.

  • First – Find out What You Eat and Drink. This a key step in managing your weight.
  • Next – Find out What to Eat and Drink. Get a personalized Daily Food Plan – just for you – to help guide your food choices.
  • Then – Make Better Choices. Everyone is different. Compare what you eat and drink to what you should eat and drink. The ideas and tips in this section can help you make better choices, which can have a lasting impact on your body weight over time.

Source | Choose my Plate @ http://www.choosemyplate.gov/weight-management-calories/weight-management.html

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