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How Can You Stay at a Healthy Weight? Related Information References Credits. Overview What is a healthy weight? Why pay attention to your weight? What can you do to get to a healthy weight and stay there? Eat healthy foods. On most days, eat a variety vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods.

Be active. Try to do at least 2½ hours of moderate to vigorous activity every week. Change your thinking. When you're trying to reach a healthy weight, changing how you think about certain things may help.

Here are some ideas: Don't compare yourself to others. Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Pay attention to how hungry or full you feel. Focus on improving your health instead of dieting.

Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.

Weight Management: Should I Use Over-the-Counter Diet Aids? Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Fitness: Adding More Activity to Your Life Healthy Eating: Changing Your Eating Habits Healthy Eating: Recognizing Your Hunger Signals Weight Management: Stop Negative Thoughts.

Are You at a Healthy Weight? Find out your body mass index BMI Body mass index BMI can help you see if your weight is raising your risk for health problems. A BMI lower than A BMI between A BMI between 25 and A BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese.

Measure your waist size Waist circumference is the distance around your waist. For most people, the goal for a healthy waist is: footnote 1 Less than cm 40 in. for men. Less than 88 cm 35 in. for women. Check how much body fat you have Body fat testing checks how much body fat you have.

Learn more Body Fat Testing Body Mass Index BMI. Your genes Genes determine what features genetic traits you inherit from your parents. They influence your weight by their effect on: How your body uses calories energy metabolism.

Some people need fewer calories to fuel their bodies. They may have "leftover" calories that are stored as fat. Other people need more calories to fuel their bodies.

They have fewer leftover calories to store as fat. Basal metabolic rate BMR. BMR is how much energy you burn when you're at rest.

If you have a lower BMR, it's easier to gain weight. Body signals. Hunger, fullness satiety , and appetite are body signals that tell you how much to eat.

Set point. Your body may try to keep your weight within a specific range, or set point. Fat distribution. Men tend to store fat in the belly, while women store more in the hips and thighs. As women age, more fat is stored in the belly.

Calories from the foods you eat Food gives your body energy. How active you are Being active is one of the best things you can do to get fit and stay healthy.

Learn more Hunger, Fullness, and Appetite Signals Quick Tips: Cutting Calories. Make a plan You might have heard that a certain diet plan helped another person lose weight. Make a plan for change. Work with your doctor to create a plan that's right for you. See a dietitian.

He or she can show you how to make healthy changes in your eating habits. Part of reaching a healthy weight is being physically active. Manage stress. Track your food and activity. You are likely to do better at losing weight if you keep track of what you eat and what you do. Set goals So you're ready to set goals to get to a healthy weight.

Focus on small goals. For example, your large goal may be to lose 20 kg 50 lb. Your small goal could be to lose 2 kg 5 lb. Write down your goals. This will help you remember, and you'll have a clearer idea of what you want to achieve. Make your goals specific. For example, setting a goal to eat 5 helpings of fruits and vegetables 5 days a week is better than a general goal to "eat more vegetables.

You're less likely to feel overwhelmed and then give up. When you reach a goal, reward yourself. Celebrate your new behaviour and success for several days, and then think about setting your next goal. Change the way you think about weight Our thoughts have a lot to do with how we feel and what we do.

Here are some things to remember: Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Food is neutral. It's not "good" or "bad," and you aren't "good" or "bad" depending on what you eat. You aren't a number on a scale. Keep track of your weight Keep track of your weight. Weigh yourself no more than once a week, unless your doctor tells you to do so more often because of a health problem.

Try to weigh yourself on the same scale, at the same time of day, in about the same amount of clothing. Remember that many things can affect your weight. It's normal for your weight to go up and down a small amount from one day to the next.

Try to look at the general trend of your weight, rather than the day-to-day changes. Learn more Physical Activity for Weight Loss Ways to Track Your Weight-Loss Efforts Weight Loss by Limiting Calories Weight Management: Stop Negative Thoughts Hear from others Jaci's Story: Changing Her Life With Small Steps Maggie's Story: Making Changes for Her Health.

Do eat healthy foods The kinds of foods you eat have a big impact on both your weight and your health. This means eating a variety of: Whole grain foods, such as whole grain breads and pastas. Vegetables and fruits. Protein foods, such as low-fat milk or milk alternatives, yogurt, cheese, fish, lean meats, poultry, beans, and tofu.

Do watch what you eat Many people eat more than their bodies need. Do some physical activity A big part of reaching and staying at a healthy weight is being active. Don't diet Diets don't work. Learn more Fitness: Adding More Activity to Your Life Fitness: Getting and Staying Active Healthy Eating Healthy Eating: Changing Your Eating Habits Healthy Eating: Recognizing Your Hunger Signals Quick Tips: Cutting Calories Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol and Managing Your Weight Tips for Maintaining Weight Loss Weight Management: Should I Use Over-the-Counter Diet Aids?

Related Information Fitness: Getting and Staying Active Healthy Eating Obesity. References Citations Office of Nutrition Policy and Promotion, Health Canada Canadian Guidelines for Body Weight Classification in Adults. Ottawa: Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada Health Canada.

Accessed June 22, Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC. These apps can help keep you on target to reach your goals, according to dietitians and users. Research finds that consistently tracking calories and exercise is an effective strategy for weight management.

These programs download directly to your phone, offering a quick and easy way to log meals, workouts, and more. And many of these apps also come with supportive features, like prompts, forums, and the ability to sync with other health or fitness devices, to help keep you motivated.

When deciding which weight loss app is right for you, there are a few factors to keep in mind, such as:. Therefore, it may not be appropriate for some people. The best weight loss app will be different for everyone.

could be the better choice. The best free weight loss apps on our list are Fooducate, Lose It! Each offers valuable features in their free versions:. While premium subscriptions offer additional features, these apps not only rank as the best weight loss apps free of charge but also offer comprehensive features for effective weight management.

Rapid weight loss can lead to a range of issues including muscle loss, nutritional deficiencies, and can negatively impact your overall health. A healthier and more sustainable approach to weight loss involves setting realistic goals, focusing on gradual, steady weight loss — typically 0.

This can be achieved through a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and lifestyle changes that promote overall well-being. Remember, weight loss is a personal journey and what works for one person might not be suitable for another. Research in suggests that weight loss apps can be effective for weight loss and may even help improve other health markers like blood sugar and blood pressure.

Still, keep in mind that the research is limited and inconclusive , with some studies showing no benefit at all.

In turn, these factors could make weight loss apps less effective for certain populations. Finally, keep in mind that while calorie counting can be effective for weight loss, it can also increase the risk of disordered eating in some people. These behaviors may indicate a disordered relationship with food or an eating disorder.

Disordered eating and eating disorders can affect anyone, regardless of gender identity, race, age, socioeconomic status, or other identities. You can feel empowered to talk with a qualified healthcare professional, such as a registered dietitian who specializes in disordered eating , if dieting is becoming obsessive or intense.

Still, keep in mind that while they have several possible benefits, weight loss apps can be:. Many apps offer a free version or free trial, and we recommend experimenting with a few to see which one, if any, works best for you. Our experts continually monitor the health and wellness space, and we update our articles when new information becomes available.

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Back to Top Additional Resources Aim for a Healthy Weight This website from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's Obesity Education Initiative has information to help reduce the prevalence of overweight along with the prevalence of physical inactivity in order to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease CHD and overall morbidity and mortality from CHD.

CDC Childhood Obesity Web Page The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's CDC Division of Adolescent and School Health provides online information about healthy youth, including childhood obesity. NHLBI Health Topics: What Are Overweight and Obesity?

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Box Bethesda, MD Back to top. Healthy eating and regular physical activity are important for health and weight, but that's not the whole story.

ca has lots of resources to help you achieve your best health. You will find information about health conditions impacted by weight, creating a weight management plan, and medicines and surgeries that may help some people.

You'll also find information for pregnancy, children, and teens. Your healthy weight is not about the numbers on a scale, it is what you can reach and stay at, while enjoying the healthiest life that you can. If you would like to do a self-guided, evidence-based learning module to start managing your weight and health, see Your Best Health: Adult Weight Management.

The learning module is designed to:. This material is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified health professional. This material is intended for general information only and is provided on an "as is", "where is" basis. Here's a look at a typical daily meal plan at the 1,calorie-a-day level from the Mediterranean eating plan:.

What about dessert? You can have sweets but no more than 75 calories a day. For practicality, consider thinking of your sweets calories over the course of a week.

Have low-fat frozen yogurt or dark chocolate on Monday, and then hold off on any more sweets for a few days. The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to help you lose up to 6 to 10 pounds 2. After that, you transition into the second phase, where you continue to lose 1 to 2 pounds 0.

By continuing the lifelong habits that you've learned, you can then maintain your goal weight for the rest of your life. Most people can lose weight on almost any diet plan that restricts calories — at least in the short term. The goal of the Mayo Clinic Diet is to help you keep weight off permanently by making smarter food choices, learning how to manage setbacks and changing your lifestyle.

In general, losing weight by following a healthy, nutritious diet — such as the Mayo Clinic Diet — can reduce your risk of weight-related health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. If you already have any of these conditions, they may be improved dramatically if you lose weight, regardless of the diet plan you follow.

In addition, the healthy habits and kinds of foods recommended on the Mayo Clinic Diet — including lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, beans, fish and healthy fats — can further reduce your risk of certain health conditions.

The Mayo Clinic Diet is meant to be positive, practical, sustainable and enjoyable, so you can enjoy a happier, healthier life over the long term. The Mayo Clinic Diet is generally safe for most adults. It does encourage unlimited amounts of vegetables and fruits. For most people, eating lots of fruits and vegetables is a good thing — these foods provide your body with important nutrients and fiber.

However, if you aren't used to having fiber in your diet, you may experience minor, temporary changes in digestion, such as intestinal gas, as your body adjusts to this new way of eating.

Also, the natural sugar in fruit does affect your carbohydrate intake — especially if you eat a lot of fruit. This may temporarily raise your blood sugar or certain blood fats. However, this effect is lessened if you are losing weight. If you have diabetes or any other health conditions or concerns, work with your doctor to adjust the Mayo Clinic Diet for your situation.

For example, people with diabetes should aim for more vegetables than fruits, if possible. It's a good idea to snack on vegetables, rather than snacking only on fruit.

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