Wellness Center

Weight Management

Excess body weight is one of the most common health problems facing individuals today. And the problem continues to grow – especially among children and teens. Excess body weight increases the risk for a number of health problems, including high blood pressure, high blood fats, coronary heart disease, diabetes, and many cancers. The good news is that losing even 10-15 pounds can significantly reduce many of these risks.

This section of the LifeChange Library™ can help you better understand the health risks involved with excess body weight and presents steps you can take to prevent weight gain or manage a weight problem.

More Resources

• Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Across Your Lifespan, an excellent website prepared by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Weight-control Information Network (WIN)
• Weight and Obesity, a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Information Center website
• Physical Activity and Weight Control, prepared by NIH, WIN

Other Weight Management Resources

• Healthy Eating Guide
• Fitness Guide

If you need help in dealing with a major weight problem, ask a dietitian or your doctor for specific guidance.

This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis of specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt professional medical attention if you have a particular concern about your health or specific symptoms. Wellsource, Inc. is not liable for any health consequences resulting from your use of this site.