Why Are People Becoming So Obese?

Good Nutrition Is Never Wrong

Your body is a direct result of your genetics, what you eat and how much you exercise. Well you don't have much control over your genetics, but you do have control over what you eat and how much you exercise. If you try to starve yourself to lose weight you may be successful at first. However, you are doing damage to your body and eventually hunger will overcome you. That is why it is better to eat smart by eating healthy.

Balance Is Key

Balance is at the center of good nutrition. You'll not have to deny yourself the foods, treats, and even desserts you love. To avoid getting overweight you will need to balance these carefully. Fruits, vegetables, and lean meats should be eaten, as well as vitamins or other nutrition supplements. Treats and desserts can be used to reward yourself for sticking to your nutrition plan all week. You can still splurge on your favorite foods one or two days a week as long as you eat well the rest of the week and incorporate exercise to burn off those extra calories.

If You're Obese

When you are overweight, proper nutrition and exercise can help you lose that weight. A balanced diet means that you eat smaller amounts but more often. (for instance, eating six times every day) and regular intervals of exercise, thirty minutes long and three to five times a week, can help to ensure that the weight will come off. Weight loss has no quick fix.  You have to work at it. However, you don't have to do like the commercials and infomercials show; where everyone's sweating and panting until they die. To lose weight you must have your nutrition needs met and then a few walks around the block will help to burn enough calories to lose the weight.