I have been told that it is important to guard your midriff section from getting too large. Mine is 42". Is this something I should be concerned about?
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6/29/08 4:14pm
Hi Jane,
The "apple shape" is linked with more health problems, such as increased heart disease risk. Ideally, your waist circumference should be 34 or less. May seem a little daunting and impossible right now, but one step at a time and you can start shrinking your waistline and lower the risk.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
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