The best way to achieve a healthy weight is to make long-term improvements to your diet and eating habits while increasing the amount of physical activity you do. You are more likely to keep the weight off for good if you lose weight slowly. This allows time for new healthier eating habits to become part of your everyday life. It is important to be realistic about the amount of weight to lose. Most people try to lose too much too quickly and then become disheartened when they don't reach their target goal. The recommended rate of weight loss is 0.5-1kg (1-2lbs)/week. You will need time to practise new eating patterns and learn new approaches to eating.
Attribution: BUPA
See also:
- Obesity
- Obesity - eating habits
- Obesity - exercise
- Medical management of obesity
- Surgical management of obesity