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Are you an Apple or a Pear?Thursday, May 20, 2021
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Did you know that your body shape can indicate your risk for heart disease and stroke? Maintaining a healthy weight is important but where you carry your weight is just as important! Simply weighing yourself is not the only way to determine your health risk.
Excess weight that is carried around your midsection can affect your heart health in different ways than weight carried on your hips or legs. Your waist measurement is an important number to know!
What is the magic number? Women: 88cm / 35 inches
If you are over the recommended maximum, or even if you are within 3 inches of the recommendation, you are at higher risk for heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type-2 diabetes. Reducing your risk for each of these significant health issues can be highly motivating for weight loss!
Obese adults are:
Maintaining a healthy weight is a key component of prevention for heart disease and stroke. Even modest weight loss can have a positive impact on your health. Shedding 5% of your current weight can be enough to reduce your cholesterol level and your blood pressure. Only a 5% change in your weight and your body begins to thank you for better health!
Exercise and eating well-balanced meals are key!
Track your progress by measuring your waistline and aim to maintain a waistline that is below 35 inches for women and 40 inches for men. Remember—each reduction of an inch reduces your risk of heart disease and stroke making the effort all the more worthwhile! |
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