Most people who decide they need to lose weight are aiming to improve their appearance, but the health benefits of good nutrition and a sound exercise program are ultimately far more valuable. Study after study has demonstrated that obesity is a significant threat to longevity and good health, but many people are not even aware that they are medically obese - the generally accepted definition of obesity is over 25 body fat for women. An estimated 20 of heart problems today can be traced directly to obesity. While many people may be aware that obesity can damage the heart, few are aware that it can also result in a higher risk for cancer - in men, being overweight comes with a higher risk of prostate and colon cancer, while in women the risk of uterine and breast cancer is significantly higher. It is believed that excess body fat serves as storage for carcinogenic toxins in the body, and these toxins can leach from fat packed around the internal organs. The good news is that by losing weight you can undo much of the damage caused by excess body fat and reduce your risk factors for cancer and heart disease - in fact, studies have shown that losing just 10-15 less likely to die of other diseases. Even if it takes you several years to implement a healthier way of life, the results over the long term will be more than worth the effort.
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