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Why is being a healthy weight important?Maintaining a healthy weight is a major factor in determining your overall health. Individuals whom are overweight or obese are at much greater risk for many chronic diseases and other health problems. These include [1,2]:
Am I a healthy weight?While there are many factors to consider when determining what a healthy weight is for you, a quick assessment of your current weight status can be done using the BMI Calculator. Consulting with a registered dietitian will give you a more precise understanding of what a healthy weight is for you.
What leads to being overweight or obese?Overweight or obesity results from a repeated pattern of consuming more calories (energy) than you burn throughout the day. Extra calories that are not used by the body are stored as fat.
Go to the Calorie Calculator to learn more about balancing your calorie intake and activity level
Over time, if your total daily calorie intake is greater than your calorie output your fat stores increase resulting in weight-gain. While your body's fat stores are an important energy source, too much stored fat (i.e. being overweight or obesity) can be harmful to your health.[1,2] How can I lose weight?Scientific research has shown that the most effective long-term approach to weight loss is through a combination of healthy diet and exercise. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 250 minutes/week of moderate-intensity physical activity (in addition to a healthy diet) to meet weight-control goals along.[4,5]
What is a healthy diet?The Dietary Guidelines for Americans describe a healthy diet as one that:[7]
How do I know how many calories I'm eating each day?Calorie counting can be difficult when cooking at home or dining out. While many restaurants provide calorie information, a recent study found that restaurants often underestimate the calories in their menu by an average of 18%. Even diet meals by Lean Cuisine™, Weight Watchers™ and Healthy Choice™ averaged 8% more calories than listed on their label[9]. One of the most important things to remember when making meals is using proper portion sizes to meet your calorie needs. Good Measure Meals™ provides fresh, ready-to-eat meals, specifically designed to meet your needs of 1200, 1400, 1700 or 2100 calories. Every ingredient in a Good Measure Meal™ recipe is first analyzed using sophisticated nutritional analysis software. Our chefs then weigh each ingredient before preparing a dish. Entrées and side dishes are individually weighed and packed. A final weight check is done before the meals are delivered.
Does eating a healthy diet sounds expensive and time consumingBalancing work, family and social life can make it difficult to find time to prepare healthy meals. Fast food is often presented as a fast, cheap alternative to cooking a meal at home. But what is the "true cost" of fast food when it comes to your wallet and your waistline?
Good Measure Meals™ offers low fat, high fiber, health-promoting meal plans with 3 meals per day for less than $20 dollars making the meals a great alternative to fast food. What about fad diets and rapid weight loss?According to the American Dietetic Association, diets that result in rapid weight loss have very low rates of long-term success. Very low calorie diets (typically 800 calories/day) pose numerous medical risks and therefore require medical supervision.[4]
What about skipping meals like breakfast?Many people try skipping meals in order to cut out calories. However, the result is often excess hunger and overeating at later meals, poor concentration and low energy levels. A recent study by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that women who ate breakfast consumed fewer total calories (aiding weight loss), had lower LDL and total cholesterol, and showed improved insulin sensitivity when compared to women who skipped breakfast.[12] How does Good Measure Meals™ compare with other Ready-to-Eat meals?The Comparison Chart compares the most popular meal plan programs based on important factors like sodium level, fiber content and glycemic index. Does Good Measure Meals™ work?Don't just take our word for it. Hear what people are saying about Good Measure Meals™! What about specific health conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes?Blood glucose management is important for anyone who has pre-diabetes, type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Good Measure Meals™ is the only Ready-to-Eat meal plan that balances carbohydrates in each meal through out the day (for breakfast lunch and dinner). Other companies balance carbohydrates by the day or even by the week. For more information on specific health topics including diabetes and blood pressure, please refer to the articles on the left side of this page. Sources:
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