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Watch Your Weight
~9.2 mins read

To stay at a healthy weight, balance the calories you eat and drink with the calories you burn (use up). Calories are a measure of the energy in the foods you eat. To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you eat.

A healthy diet and physical activity can help you control your weight. You burn more calories when you are physically active.

How do I know if I’m at a healthy weight?

Finding out your Body Mass Index (BMI) is an easy way to learn if you are at a healthy weight. Use this Body Mass Index (BMI) calculatorThis link is external to health.gov. to find out your BMI and what it means for you.
  • If you are overweight and have risk factors for heart disease (like high blood pressure or high cholesterol), or if you have obesity, try to lose weight. You can lose weight by eating fewer calories and getting more physical activity. 
  • If you are at a healthy weight, take steps to stay at the same weight. You can stay at the same weight by getting regular physical activity and eating the right number of calories.
  • If you think you might be underweight, talk to your doctor or nurse about how to gain weight in a healthy way.  
  • How do I know if I’m eating the right number of calories?

    Use the MyPlate PlanThis link is external to health.gov. to get an idea of how many calories you need to maintain your current weight. 
  • If your weight stays the same for several months, you are eating the right number of calories to maintain your weight.
  • To lose weight, try eating 500 to 750 fewer calories each day. 
  • Health Benefits

    What can losing weight do for me?

    Being overweight or having obesity can raise your risk for serious health conditions like:

  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Losing weight can:
  • Lower your blood pressure
  • Lower your blood sugar
  • Raise your HDL (good) cholesterol
  • Lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol
  • You may start to see these health benefits by losing just 5 to 10 percent of your body weight. For example, if you weigh 200 pounds, this would mean losing 10 to 20 pounds.

    Set Goals

    Start by making a promise to eat well, move more, and get support from family and friends. 

    Set realistic goals.

    If you need to lose weight, do it slowly over time. Start out by setting small goals, like:
  • I want to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week.
  • I will start by adding 10 minutes of physical activity to my daily routine.
  • I will cut back on second helpings of meals.
  • Keep a food and activity diary.

    When you know your habits, it's easier to make changes. Write down:
  • What you eat
  • When you eat
  • Where you eat
  • How much you eat
  • Your physical activity
  • How you are feeling
  • Get Active

    Get more physical activity.

    Remember that to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you eat. Get active to balance the calories you take in with the calories you use.

  • Aim for at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of aerobic physical activity a week. For example, try going for a brisk walk.
  • Try to do aerobic activity for 30 minutes 5 times a week.
  • Do muscle-strengthening activities twice a week. Try lifting weights or doing push-ups.
  • Even some physical activity is better than none. If you don’t have time for 30 minutes of activity, get moving for shorter 10-minute periods throughout the day.
    How much activity you need will depend on your weight goals. You may need to do 5 hours of moderate-intensity activity a week to meet your goals.
    Check out these resources for more information:
  • Get tips for how to be active at any sizeThis link is external to health.gov..
  • Find out how many calories your activity can burnThis link is external to health.gov..
  • Eat Healthy

    Eat healthy.

    Eating healthy is good for your overall health. Making healthy food choices that are lower in calories can also help you manage your weight.

    Here are a few healthy eating tips:
  • Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables.
  • Choose whole grains, fat-free or low-fat dairy products, and a variety of foods with protein, like eggs and beans.
  • Drink water or fat-free milk instead of soda or other drinks with added sugars.
  • Read the Nutrition Facts label and choose healthier versions of your favorite foods that have fewer calories and less added sugar, saturated fat, and sodium.
  • Bring this shopping list of heart-healthy foods the next time you go food shopping.
  • Check out these links to learn more:
  • Try these menu plannersThis link is external to health.gov. for healthy meal ideas.
  • Check out these recipesThis link is external to health.gov. for new options.
  • Use this interactive tool to practice using the Nutrition Facts labelThis link is external to health.gov. to make smart food choices.
  • Get tips for eating less sodium.
  • Portion Sizes

    Eat smaller portions.

    Eating a healthy diet is important, but you also need to pay attention to how much food you eat and limit portions of high-calorie foods. Take the Portion Distortion Quiz to test your knowledgeThis link is external to health.gov..

    Here are some ideas for watching your portions:
  • Start the day with a healthy breakfastThis link is external to health.gov.. For example, try whole-grain cereal with fruit and low-fat milk.
  • Plan your meals and snacks ahead of time. Stick to an eating schedule that works for you.  
  • Read the label to find out how many servings are in a package. There may be more than 1!
  • Put a serving of food in a bowl instead of eating out of the package or container.
  • Serve yourself a portion that’s the right amount of calories for you and commit to not having more. Leave serving dishes on the stove or countertop rather than bringing them to the table so you'll be less tempted.
  • Eat slowly – this will give you time to feel full.
  • Don’t eat in front of the TV or computer. It’s harder to keep track of how much you are eating.
  • Try these tips when you eat out:
  • If you are eating out, only eat half of your meal. Take the other half home.
  • Ask for sauces or dressings “on the side” so you can control how much you use.
  • You don’t have to give up all of your favorite foods to lose weight! Get tips to help you enjoy your food while eating lessThis link is external to health.gov..

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    How To Make Your Highly Beneficial Carrot Oil At Home
    ~1.9 mins read
    Carrot oil is very easy to make at home and it is extremely beneficial for the hair and skin.
    How to Make Carrot Oil DIY Carrot Oil for Youthful and Glowy Look (Youtube)
    How to Make Carrot Oil DIY Carrot Oil for Youthful and Glowy Look (Youtube)

    Carrot contains an anti-aging nutrient with antioxidant capabilities, Beta-Carotene, to help slow down the ageing of cells in the body.

    One way to get that into your body is by using carrot oil. Carrot oil is very easy to make at home and it is extremely beneficial for the hair and skin.

    Supplies
    Veggie peeler
    Hand grater or food processor
    Crockpot
    Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
    Jar
    Carrot Oil Ingredients
    Carrots
    Olive, coconut, sunflower, or sesame oil, to cover
    Preparation
    Step 1: Wash and peel the skin off the carrots.
    Grate carrots with the use of a hand grater or food processor.
    Step 2: Place the grated carrots in a crock pot and pour the oil of your choice to cover.
    Step 3: On your crock pot’s lowest setting, maintain a warm temperature, infusing the oil for a full 24-72 hours.
    Note: Use the “warm” temperature setting on your crock pot. Try not to allow the temperature of the oil to rise above 100-105 degrees Fahrenheit. You will notice the oil becoming orange in colour.
    Step 4: Once the infusion process is complete, pour the carrots and oil mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth and strain.
    Step 5: Label and store the oil in a glass jar in the refrigerator until ready for use.

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