Maintaining
a healthy weight is a vital part of our overall well-being. Physicians
and scientists are finding that obesity and obesity related illnesses are
on the rise in many developed countries. According to the National Center
for Health Statistics, approximately 55 percent of adults in the United
States are overweight or obese.
That means that over half of us have an increased susceptibility to diseases
such as type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, osteoarthritis, gall bladder
disease, respiratory problems, and certain types of cancer.
If you're trying to lose weight for health reasons, it is likely that you're
already on other medications or supplements and should be aware of possible
interactions or reactions that can occur with herbal remedies and supplements.
Always consult your doctor in such cases.
Whether your focus is on looking thin and fit, training for a 10K, or staving
off a host of health problems associated with obesity, the end result is
that you will feel better about yourself for reaching your goals.
So
start now!