Weight problems and obesity have become one of the chief health concerns in the Western world today. It is estimated that over 60 million people in the United States alone are overweight while it is increasingly becoming a world-wide problem. However, for many people this can be prevented with a few simple lifestyle changes. In this article we look at how to lose weight the healthy way.
It is possible to gain weight while remaining healthy if you are physically fit and exercise on a regular basis, thus increasing lean body mass. However, unhealthy weight gain happens when people gain weight as a result of putting on too much storage fat. We all need a certain amount of body fat as it serves as a reserve source of energy, provides insulation for the body and protects organs. However, putting on too much body fat can quickly lead to obesity.
There are a number of reasons why people become over weight and some cases it is not preventable. It may be a inherited genetically and can be linked the body’s metabolism in which case it can be difficult to prevent. However, in the majority of cases it is due to factors like overeating, lack of exercise, too much alcohol...