Weight Loss & Dieting Facts
Dieting and weight loss has become a national
pastime, especially for women...
Americans spend more than $40 billion dollars
a year on dieting and diet-related products. That's roughly equivalent
to the amount the U.S. Federal Government spends on education each year.
It is estimated that 40-50 percent of American
women are trying to lose weight at any point in time.
One recent study revealed that 91 percent of women on a college campus
had dieted. 22 percent dieted "often" or "always."
(Kurth et al., 1995).
Researchers estimate that 40-60 percent
of high school girls are on diets (Sardula et al., 1993; Rosen & Gross,
1987).
Another study found that 46 percent of
9-11 year olds are sometimes or very often on diets (Gustafson-Larson
& Terry, 1992).
And, another researcher discovered that
42 percent of 1st-3rd grade girls surveyed reported wanting to be thinner
(Collins, 1991).
Weight Loss & Weight Management
An increase in physical activity is an important part of your weight loss
program. Physical activity improves your muscle/fat ratio - thus raising
metabolism for easier weight loss - and boosts your motivation to maintain
the weight you lose.
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