What are some suggestions for losing weight?
Most experts recommend that someone attempting to lose a large amount of weight consult with a personal physician or health care professional before beginning a weight-loss program. The Surgeon Generals Healthy Weight Advice for Consumers makes the following general recommendations: • Aim for a healthy weight. People who need to lose weight should do so gradually, at a rate of one-half to two pounds per week. • Be active. The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity. • Eat well. Select sensible portion sizes.
Most experts recommend that someone attempting to lose a large amount of weight consult with a personal physician or health care professional before beginning a weight-loss program. The Surgeon General’s Healthy Weight Advice for Consumers makes the following general recommendations: • Aim for a healthy weight. People who need to lose weight should do so gradually, at a rate of one-half to two pounds per week. • Be active. The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity. • Eat well. Select sensible portion sizes and follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
