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NO SECRETS: 5 STEPS FOR LIFELONG HEALTH PROMOTION

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Successful long-term weight management T he term "diet" evokes thoughts of something temporary. This "on-and-off" behaviour only   produces transitional change and does not address the underlying behaviours that created the need to diet in the first place. The best programmes for weight reduction and health promotion that help to reduce body weight and fat with lasting results are the ones that accomplish the following objectives: gradually but consistently decreasing energy (calorie) intake from foods and increasing energy (calorie) expenditure through physical activity. It is important to remember that physical exercise builds up muscles and plays a key role in utilizing body fat reserves for energy. Here are some steps; Identify and implement some simple, positive diet and physical activity changes that you can comment to. Dont smoke. Stop drinking alcohol. Maintain a healthy body weight. Get regular medical check-ups and health screenings, especially if you are