attaining and maintaining a healthy weight

Attaining and maintaining a healthy weight.

- Get regular physicals.

- Consume a healthy diet.

- Exercise & keep active.

- Get 6-8 hrs of sleep

daily and find a coping mechanism for stress.

The ultimate goal of achieving and maintaining

a healthy weight is first and foremost to prevent

illnesses and chronic disorders associated with

unhealthy weight for example high blood

pressure, high blood cholesterol, Diabetes or

high/blood sugar, brittle bones etc.

Physical examinations;

This is done on a

yearly basis or as ordered by your physician and

includes; Blood draw, blood pressure, heart rate,

temperature, weights exams and any other

pertinent issues

Consume a Healthy diet: Consume at least five

portions of fruits and vegetables per day.

Exercise and Stay active; Maintain at least 1

hour of vigorous exercise per day.

Find a coping mechanism for stress.

Get 6 – 8hrs of restful sleep daily.

Outcomes;

- Maintain a healthy BMI.

- Normal blood pressure, heart rate and weight.

- Comprehensive blood panel with normal ranges.