Be realistic about your body size and shape. Your genes have a lot to do with the way you look so avoid trying to be someone you were never meant to be. Feeling good about yourself starts with accepting how you look. Remember, healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes!
Healthy Weight Tips
- Be realistic about your body weight. You can't change the shape you were born with.
- Make regular physical activity part of each day. Include a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week.
- Have a balanced breakfast every day. Eating breakfast is linked with having a healthy weight. Skipping breakfast may lead to snacking and greater food intake later in the day.
- Be aware of when you eat and why. Listen to your body and eat when you are hungry and stop when you are full.
- Choose the number of Food Guide Servings recommended for your age and sex.
- Limit your intake of foods and beverages high in calories, fat and sugar, and low in nutrients.
- Adopt lower-fat eating habits.
- Choose higher-fibre, nutrient-packed foods to fill you up for snacks and meals.
- Choose appropriate serving sizes – check food labels to see what is considered a serving. When eating out, order smaller portions or share with a friend.
- Forget the dieting and get on with living. Adopt an eating pattern you can live with. If you need help consult a Registered Dietitian.