Food for Today ©2010Chapter 11: Keeping a Healthy WeightChapter SummaryThe ideal body myth does not reflect how most people look. Many people risk their health to attain the kind of body they see in the media, rather than embrace their natural overall shape and height, which are shaped by genetics. The overweight epidemic is a serious problem with many consequences and causes. To maintain a healthy weight, you should determine the weight that is right for you. Setting reasonable goals, managing emotions, and evaluating weight-loss plans are part of achieving a healthy weight. It is possible to lose, gain, and maintain weight through effort, discipline, and healthful eating and activities. |  |
