If you have been told that you are overweight or obese, know that you are not alone. In 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 39 percent of the worldwide adult population was overweight – 13 percent were obese.1 And in 2013, it was estimated that over 42 million of children globally were overweight.2 The concern with overweight and obesity isn’t just about weight. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines overweight and obesity as “abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. The health risks associated with excess fat are numerous and include diabetes, cardiovascular disease and reduced quality of life, among other negative repercussions.
Engaging in the battle to manage excess fat is a lifestyle change. Since the cause of obesity is “an energy imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended”1 , it’s about a healthy lifestyle and finding the right balance between the quantity and types of food and staying active. Thankfully this means there is a lot of personal choice. We’ve written some tips to help you start thinking about the lifestyle changes you can make to help the weight stay off.
Do you have questions about low-calorie sweeteners? Want to learn more about maintaining a healthy lifestyle? You asked and we listened. Our resident Registered Dietitians answered the most popular questions about low-calorie sweeteners.
