It's no secret that being overweight increases our risk for chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. Research suggests that even a small reduction in weight can improve conditions, such as high cholesterol, or blood pressure.
Perhaps you have steadily been gaining weight over the years, or maybe you have always struggled to keep your weight down to a reasonable level. Unfortunately eating just 100 calories a day more than you require, over time,...
Research has made it very clear that being overweight equals increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other illnesses. One of the... Read more »
The term “BMI” seems to be thrown around a lot when talking about weight, especially in relation to extra pounds. So should you be... Read more »
Many of you may have already been following my blogs on physical fitness and ways of improving and enjoying your workouts. This blog begins... Read more »
Study after study has shown a clear link between overweight and obesity, as defined by a high body mass index (BMI), with an increased... Read more »
At the beginning of any journey it is important to take note of where you are and where you are going. Like planning a trip so to... Read more »
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