I was recently just surfing the net and I saw a BMI calculator. I thought " well, let's just see how over weigth I am". To my utter shock and surprise, I am in the obese cateogry. I found more calculators and found that they all say the same thing. Eventhough I am not the media's st...
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Re: I have lost myself
Anonymous
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 01:09 PM
Unfortunately, many people are surprised to discover that their weight puts them in the obese category. But instead of ignoring this new information you are using it as a catalyst for change ... this is wonderful and I applaud you.
I assume that you have no weight-related health problems so this is a great time to make lifestyle changes that can help prevent these types of problems later in life. Research shows that even small amounts of weight loss (5 to 10 pounds) can reduce the risk of weight-related conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
I encourage you to focus on making healthy food choices and being more physically active rather than the numbers on the scale or your BMI because that can be frustrating. When you make healthy changes in your lifestyle the weight loss will follow. Good luck on your journey towards a healthier you and a new sense of self-acceptance.
Heather Reese, MS, RD
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me too!
pcj7
Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 10:00 AM
Omega girl you are not alone. I'm a 22 yo male who has gotten caught up in the corporate hustle and found myself overweight! I am going to make a commitment today. Please update us with your progress.
Unfortunately, many people are surprised to discover that their weight puts them in the obese category. But instead of ignoring this new information you are using it as a catalyst for change ... this is wonderful and I applaud you.
I assume that you have no weight-related health problems so this is a great time to make lifestyle changes that can help prevent these types of problems later in life. Research shows that even small amounts of weight loss (5 to 10 pounds) can reduce the risk of weight-related conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
I encourage you to focus on making healthy food choices and being more physically active rather than the numbers on the scale or your BMI because that can be frustrating. When you make healthy changes in your lifestyle the weight loss will follow. Good luck on your journey towards a healthier you and a new sense of self-acceptance.
Heather Reese, MS, RD