Adult Overweight & Obesity
Definition & Facts for Adult Overweight & Obesity What are overweight and obesity? The terms “overweight” and “obesity” refer to body weight that is greater […]
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Staying Active at Any Size
Staying Active at Any Size Physical activity may seem hard if you’re overweight. You may get short of breath or tired quickly. Finding or affording the […]
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Helping Your Child Who is Overweight
Helping Your Child Who is Overweight As a parent or other caregiver, you can do a lot to help your child reach and maintain a healthy […]
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Dieting & Gallstones
Dieting & Gallstones How does weight affect gallstones? Being overweight or having obesity may make you more likely to develop gallstones, especially if you are a woman. Researchers have […]
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Choosing a Safe and Successful Weight-loss Program
Choosing a Safe and Successful Weight-loss Program Do you think you need to lose weight? Have you been thinking about trying a weight-loss program? You […]
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Why Obesity Is a Health Problem
Why Obesity Is a Health Problem Why should we care about our families’ weight? There has been a lot of talk lately about how much […]
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Healthy Weight for Life
Maintain a Healthy Weight for Life Maintaining a healthy weight for life is a great goal to set. Keep these simple tips in mind to […]
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Help your family start to eat better, move more, and reduce screen time
Get Your Family Started Here are some tips to help your family start to eat better, move more, and reduce screen time: Be a good […]
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Calculate Body Mass Index
Calculate Body Mass Index For adults, a healthy weight is defined as the appropriate body weight in relation to height. Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated […]
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What is Energy Balance?
Balance Food and Activity What is Energy Balance? Energy is another word for “calories.” Your energy balance is the balance of calories consumed through eating […]
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