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Being overweight or obese can lead to a range of health problems. Although many different “fat” diets are available, a balanced lifestyle and nutritious diet is the key to healthful living and better weight control.
Skipping breakfast will not help you lose weight. You could miss out on essential nutrients and you may end up snacking more throughout the day because you feel hungry.
Fruit and veggies are low in calories and fat, and high in fibre – 3 essential ingredients for successful weight loss. They also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals.
Being active is key to losing weight, as well as providing lots of health benefits. Exercise can help burn off the excess calories you cannot lose through diet alone.
People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. You can end up consuming extra calories when a glass of water is really what you need.
Weight loss is a gradual process, and a person may feel discouraged if the weight does not drop off at the start. A successful weight-loss program requires the individual to persevere and not give up when self-change seems too difficult.