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Weight Loss and Obesity
About two-thirds of the adult U.S. population is overweight.
Almost one-third not only exceeds ideal weight, but also meets the clinical criteria for obesity. In the 1990s, rates of obesity more than doubled, and are currently rising by over 5% per year. Excess body weight is implicated as a risk factor for many different disorders, including heart disease, diabetes, several cancers (such as breast cancer in postmenopausal women, and cancers of the uterus, colon, and kidney), prostate enlargement (BPH), female infertility, uterine fibroids, and gallstones, as well as several disorders of pregnancy, including gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and gestational hypertension. The location of excess body fat may affect the amount of health risk associated with overweight. Increased abdominal fat, which can be estimated by waist size, may be especially hazardous to long-term health.

For overweight women, weight loss can significantly improve physical health. A four-year study of over 40,000 women found that weight loss in overweight women was associated with improved physical function and vitality as well as decreased bodily pain.7 The risk of death from all causes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, or other diseases increases in overweight men and women in all age groups.8 Losing weight and keeping it off is, unfortunately, very difficult for most people. However, repeated weight loss followed by weight regain may be unhealthy, as it has been associated with increased heart disease risk factors and bone loss in some studies. Rather than focusing on weight loss as the most important health outcome of a change in diet or lifestyle, some doctors advocate paying more attention to overall fitness and reduction in known risk factors for heart disease and other health hazards.

According to most short-term studies, the effect of exercise alone (without dietary restriction) on weight loss is small, partly because muscle mass often increases even while fat tissue is reduced, and perhaps because some exercising people will experience increased appetites. The long-term effect of regular exercise on weight loss is much better, and exercise appears to help people maintain weight loss. People who have successfully maintained weight loss for over two years report continuing high levels of physical activity. Combining exercise with healthier eating habits results in the best short- and long-term effects on weight loss, and should reduce the risk of many serious diseases.

Thousands are losing weight the natural way to harness the power of natural herbs and supplements. Natural weight loss using herbs and supplements is not only effective but is also safe. Not only do you lose unwanted and unhealthy weight, but take care not to damage your body in the process. Losing weight is a big priority for many people but not everyone likes  diet pills that are composed of chemicals. That herbal is the reason why the weight loss pills have been introduced in the market. Although each type of weight loss herbal pill contains different ingredients, there are some ingredients that are common to many brands. There is some debate, however, how effective and safe some of these components are. As with any diet plan, consult a physician before starting is absolutely necessary. Not only a doctor is clear of any health problems, but he or she can create a natural weight loss routine of diet that best suits your needs.




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