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Why a healthy weight is important

If your BMI or your waist measurement is above the healthy range ,you're at increased risk of a number of serious medical conditions, especially heart disease and diabetes.

You're also more likely to suffer from joint problems and back pain, and......

.....you may find you become breathless and may have difficulty sleeping.

The more weight you gain, the more severe these problems may become. The good news is that losing weight will alleviate many of these problems.

Weight loss

Losing weight is about eating fewer calories than you burn off in your everyday life. Try to make small but permanent changes to your lifestyle, rather than opting for a dramatic new diet. You may lose weight more slowly, but you'll reduce the chances of regaining it again later.

Most doctors recommend that, on average, you should aim to lose no more than 1kg (2lb) a week.