How To Lose Weight - 2013

If you've achieved your target weight, well done! But don't undo all the good work by reverting to old habits.
Adults are advised to do 150 minutes of physical activity every week. Read more about activity guidelines for adults andolder adults.
The effects of quick-fix dietsoften don't last, as many people fall back into old eating and activity habits after the weight is lost. If you find your weight is going back up again, it's time to take action....

When you’re trying to lose weight, it’s tempting to want results as fast as possible. But remember, very rapid weight loss is unlikely to help you to maintain a healthy weight long-term. And it comes with health risks.
You can monitor your weight loss progress using ourHealthy weight calculator....

If you’re very obese and you’ve already tried improving your diet and exercise levels without success, then weight loss surgery could be the right option for you. But it’s not a short cut to losing weight easily as it will mean changing the way you eat...

It’s not unusual to hear people blame their weight gain on a slow metabolism.
They’ve cut down on calories and take regular exercise yet they’re still not losing weight. The only other possible diagnosis, they expertly conclude, is a slow metabolism.
What is a slow metabolism? How does it affect your weight and can you do anything to speed it up?...