The medical world generally defines ‘overweight’ as a condition in which a person’s weight is 10 to 20 percent higher than ‘normal’, as defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 25 to 30. ‘Obesity’ is defined as a condition in which a person’s weight is 20 percent or more above ‘normal’ weight, or has …
Many of us make health-related resolutions, such as to lose weight, stop smoking or join the neighbourhood health club or gym. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health. “Small steps are achievable and are easier to fit into your daily routine,” says …
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Whether you are at your ideal weight or striving to reach your weight goal is it simply a matter of burning more calories than you take in? The answer, I suggest, is no! Overall body health improvement as well as weight gain or loss must be factored into the equation or you could be heading …
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When you’re stressed out, the foods that you’re turning to are most likely going to be traditional ‘comfort’ foods – think big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Let’s face it – we’ve all found some comfort in a tasty meal and a bottle of beer or glass of wine when we’ve been …
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As the years march on, many of us may find ourselves wondering how many years we might have left. We may try to avoid these thoughts, but who hasn’t—at some point— speculated about “what percent” of their life they’ve lived? The truth is there are no guarantees, and we never really know how many years …
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Obesity has reached epidemic proportions around the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of obese Americans continues to rise. In fact, 30 percent of adults over age 20 more than 60 million people are obese, which means they are 15 kilograms overweight and have a BMI, or body mass …
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Find your individual path to Health, Wellbeing and a Longer and more satisfying life. Hi fellow Over 50’s, we’re getting older, in fact approximately 100,000 of us will reach retiring age this year and this escalating trend will continue for many years into the future. Hopefully you’ve gained some wisdom and wealth on the journey …
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