Weight Management Tips

Preventing weight gain  

1. Healthy eating plan  2. Self-monitoring 3. Physical activity

Healthy Eating   

Healthy eating requires a balance of nutrients. Instead, choosing the healthiest options from all the food groups helps achieve a healthy weight.    Hydrate enough to reap the benefits. 

Physical activity  

Along with a balanced diet, physical activity is essential for weight management. A physically active lifestyle burns calories and also has numerous other benefits. 

How much physical activity do I need?  

150 minutes of moderate-intensity workout or aerobic exercise per week and 75 minutes of high-intensity aerobic activity per week are ideal. 

Tips to help children maintain a healthy weight  

1. Let them be physically active 2. Cook healthy meals  3. Keep a child-sized plate 4. Lessen their screen time   5. Ensure adequate sleep 

Weight loss can also boost an individual’s confidence, thereby reducing stress. Strategies are planned with the help of a nutritionist or dietitian for long-term weight management.