1. CHAPTER SIX: FOOD AND YOUR HEALTH Lesson One

2. MANAGING YOUR WEIGHT __________________: 10% over the standard weight for height ________________: Excess body fat (adipose tissue) Common health risk in the U.S. Higher risk of health problems (hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes)

3. WHAT IS UNDERWEIGHT? _______ or more below normal weight Undernourished : not taking in sufficient calories or nutrients to sustain normal body functions

4. DETERMINE A HEALTHY WEIGHT ___________________: ratio of a person’s weight to their height. Write the formula:

5. WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Target your weight Set reachable goals Personal plan Nutritional eating plan Exercise

6. Write out your plan and goals Stick to your plan Positive thinking Evaluate your progress Weekly weigh-ins Monitor clothing sizes

7. BOTTOM LINE! EXPEND MORE CALORIES THAN YOU INGEST…YOU WILL LOSE WEIGHT AND OR BODY FAT!!