What Should we Do to Gain or Lose Weight?

We have probably heard it before, but its true. The best way to lose weight is to increase the amount of physical activity we get and reduce the fat and sugar in our food choices. Remember to eat at least the minimum number of servings from the five food groups shown in the Food Pyramid. If we choose fat and sugar rich foods and eliminate healthy foods, we wont be getting the nutrition you need. Try to choose from the lowest fat choices in the food groups.

If we need to gain weight, increase the amount of food we eat from all of the food groups. If we have lost weight unexpectedly, see our doctor.

The Food Guide Pyramid can be extremely useful - whether we want to gain weight, lose weight or maintain your weight. Eating a healthy diet is a little easier if we base our choices on the Food Pyramid.