Exercise and portion control go hand-in-hand

Overall fitness is one of the most important components of remaining strong and full of vitality. With weight issues still affecting the healthcare sector negatively, it is imperative to remain fit and exercise on a regular basis and to maintain a healthy diet.

Slim woman bite big hamburgerInterestingly, a new study in Health Day News found that, while the amount of people exercising has increased across the United States over the last nine years, the number of people with weight problems and associated risks also rose. Researchers from the University of Washington believe that the amount of food Americans consume is directly related to weight issues.

“Americans are not doing enough to control what they eat,” senior author Ali Mokdad told the source. “… We need to take care of ourselves by watching what we eat and how much we exercise.”

The recommended weekly amount of physical activity is 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. While this has risen in most counties across the United States, reports of weight-related health issues have also risen by more than 15 percent in some counties, the researchers stated.

In order to lose weight by healthy means, experts say a balanced, healthy diet including portion control should be coupled with regular physical activity to lead to better outcomes for overweight Americans.

Additionally, regular exercise may improve cardiovascular function, keep bones and muscles strong and reduce risk of various illnesses.

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