Overweight and obesity are two of the major factors that are affecting society especially in the United States. Overweight is considered when an individual excess by thirty pounds the weight average according with the BMI. The BMI mean Body Mass Index. It is a device that helps you measure the amount of body fat you have based on your height and weight. Being overweight or obese increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions such as heart attack, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cancers, and diabetes. Considering these statistics and results of overweight and obesity, considering these statistics and results of overweight and obesity, people should make a plan for themselves in order to take care of them and their body.

Tips to Prevent Overweight and Obesity

There are some steps to follow to prevent obesity today. One of those steps according to (lifestyle.iloveindia.com) is being active, “Simple activities, such as climbing the stairs instead of using elevator, morning and evening walk in the park and swimming, can bring about tremendous changes in your lifestyle”. This means that with some exercises can help our body to lose weight. Also, drinking plenty of water can help to prevent obesity. Another one according to (lifestyle.iloveindia.com) “eat slowly and only when you are hungry” this mean that we have to eat only when your body signals you to have food and slowly because the stomach take some time to feel full. And the more important one is a balanced diet that can help anyone.