Obesity
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, sixty percent of Pennsylvania adults are overweight. Of these, many are seriously overweight or obese. Being overweight puts people at risk, and being obese at even greater risk, of developing serious health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Luckily, even losing a small amount of weight by eating healthy and exercising can improve your health. Before choosing any plan to lose weight, you should talk to your doctor. Some diets and other quick fixes may be dangerous to your health. To get answers to all your obesity questions, visit our list of Recommended Sites.
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One way to calculate your body weight is to find your Body Mass Index or BMI. The BMI helps you determine the proper weight range for your height. To calculate your own BMI visit these links:
For a great resource to find out personalized eating plans and interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, visit:
PhillyHealthInfo.org is here to help you find weight loss programs and obesity treatment programs in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia County. Our health services list in the blue box on the right side of the page is a good place to start.
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