Weight loss and dieting

What is a diet?

Many Australians need to lose a few kilos. New diets, programs and books telling on losing weight appear every day, but it is important to follow an eating and exercise plan that you can maintain and will help you stay healthy in the long term.

Nearly 2 in 3 Australians are overweight or obese. Carrying extra weight increases your risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. If you are above a healthy weight, losing just a few kilos can lower your risk of health problems.

To lose weight, you need to be physically active and follow a healthy eating plan with only enough nutritious foods and drinks to meet your energy needs.

Read More: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/weight-loss-and-dieting