Live well and feel great!
Weight gain occurs when more energy is consumed through food than the energy used through physical activity. Eating larger portions, food high in kilojoules, and sedentary lifestyles; is contributing to increasing rates of overweight and obesity. In Australia, 62% of adults and 25% of children are currently overweight or obese.
There are many weight loss diets available but without a lifelong commitment to healthy eating and exercise, many people will regain the weight they have lost, gradually getting bigger and bigger over time.
Sustainable weight loss should focus on developing eating and exercise habits that you enjoy and can maintain forever.
Here are a few small changes that can make a big difference over time:
- Eat smaller portion sizes
- Eat high kilojoule foods less than once a week
- Limit alcohol intake (no more than 2 standard drinks on any day)
- Drink mostly water
- Choose reduced fat dairy products
- Choose lean meat
- Be physically active for 30-60minutes per day
- Enjoy a wide variety of physical activity
- Ask for help from your Doctor
Speak to a health professional for expert advice in managing your weight and implementing lifestyle changes. The Weightloss Shop can direct you to health professionals including specialist doctors, dietitians, psychologists and exercise physiologists.
