Risks of Being Overweight

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What are the health risks of being overweight?

Being overweight can result in serious health problems. These weight loss facts are meant to be informative and encourage you to begin your weight loss program today.A lot of young overweight people believe they are healthy and happy with their weight.

Stop and think for a minute …
How many overweight 60 year olds do you see?
How about overweight 70 year olds?

As you age carrying extra weight will more than likely cause health problems. Some may not be “life threatening” but they can definitely reduce the quality of life you are living.

Weight loss facts - Health risks of being overweight:

Heart disease
Stroke
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
High blood sugar levels
Certain cancers
Circulation problems
Gallbladder disease and/or gallstones
Osteoarthritis
Gout
Sleep apnea

Keep in mind that the more overweight you are - the more likely you are to have health problems. Read Mike’s Story - I had never even heard of some of his ailments.

Startling Obesity Facts:

People who are 40% overweight, are twice more likely to die prematurely than an average weight person.

What is 40% overweight?

Your Ideal Weight … You’re 40% overweight at
130 lbs ……………….. 182 lbs
150 lbs ……………….. 210 lbs
170 lbs ……………….. 238 lbs
200 lbs ………………..280 lbs

If you are 20% or more overweight you can gain significant health benefits by losing weight.

What is 20% overweight?

Your Ideal Weight … You’re 20% overweight at
130 lbs ………………. 156 lbs
150 lbs ………………. 180 lbs
170 lbs ………………. 204 lbs
200 lbs ………………. 240 lbs

Research studies have shown that …

Slender people get 29% of calories from fat and 53% from carbohydrates
Overweight people get 35% of calories from fat and 46% from carbohydrates
Limiting fat intake to 20% of total calories have enabled chronically obese people to lose weight.

Isn’t it about time you really get serious about weight loss? Read our Honest Diet Reviews and find a plan that will work for you.

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