Weight Management

Obesity is a chronic condition that affects more than one in three adults and about 17 percent of children and adolescents in the United States. More than one in three adults is overweight. Being overweight or obese increases your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, fatty liver disease, kidney disease, and other health issues.

The most important component of an effective weight-management program must be the prevention of unwanted weight gain from excess body fat. There is significant evidence that losing excess body fat is difficult for most individuals and the risk of regaining lost weight is high. The principle of weight gain is simple: energy intake exceeds energy expenditure.There are many factors that contribute to a person's weight, including: diet, physical activity, genetics, environmental factors, medications, and illnesses. The percentage of individuals who lose weight and successfully maintain the loss has been estimated to be as small as 1 to 3 percent

If you are struggling with your weight, you may find that a healthy eating plan, regular physical activity and proper nutritional to help you lose weight naturally and keep it off over the long term.