An estimated 97 million adults in the United States, 55% of the population, are overweight or obese! Similar percentages exist for the United Kingdom. In fact the UK has the largest level of obesity in Europe! What can help someone with obesity? Read on......

Obesity is rising
Large increases have occured in the last 10 to 15 years. Increases were seen in both sexes and all socioeconomic classes, with the greatest increase seen in 18- to 29-year-olds and in those who have achieved higher education.

Even with these high increases now being seen , obesity rates are underestimated because overweight people tend to underestimate their weight and overestimate their height.

Weight gain is dependent on a person's energy intake being greater than energy expenditure. One pound (0.45 kg) is equal to 3,500 calories. Therefore, a person consuming 500 calories more than he or she expends daily will gain 1 lb a week.

Food cravings
A person's body weight tends to range within 10% of a set value. Weight alterations in either direction cause changes in energy expenditure that favor a return to the set-point. This mechanism helps explain the terrible problem of recidivism following attempted weight loss. Only by reaching a lower weight for a period of time can the person get used to feeling lighter. [Crave-Breaker helps you maintain a calorie contolled diet.]

Obesity complications
There are many possible complications: Obesity can lead to:

   Type 2 diabetes
   gallbladder disease
   hypertension
   coronary artery disease
   knee osteoarthritis
   gout
   colon cancer
   low back pain
   lack of confidence
   depression
   etc...

Some tips and obesity help
A sensible diet and some exercise has been shown to be the most effective thing to do.

A key, key point is not to eat too much junk food and to ensure you get the basic nutrition your body needs. You should eat at least two portions of fruit and vegetables each day. We would highly recommend supplementing your diet with superfood.

Physical activity is a necessary component of every weight loss plan.

Eat three meals a day at about the same time each day sitting at a table.

Eat slowly.

Avoid distractions such as television or magazines.

Cook smaller amounts; use smaller plates.

Avoid second helpings.

Clean plates directly into the garbage.

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