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  If you want to lose weight you should make diet plans with good dietary guidelines

  If you are looking to start a diet you need to make sure it is healthy for you. Take the time to set a weight goal that can be achieved with good dietary guidelines for food and exercise. Make your own free diet plan instead of joining some expensive club.

  First make a list of foods that are healthy and not full of calories. Foods like dark green and yellow vegetables need to be included in your diet. You need to choose foods that are low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol. Just read the labels on food packages these will give you all this information.

 You need to stay under thirty percent of calories from fat in your daily intake. Choose a diet that is moderate in sodium and salt, 2400 mg is a reasonable amount for your dietary intake each day.

  Remember this is not a crash diet you need to stay healthy and work out to keep your energy levels up.  A positive approach is also important to maintain your weight weather your trying to lose or gain weight. Your nutritional needs are based on your age, lifestyle, and your level of physical conditioning. If you are looking for someone to help consult with a registered dietitian. Many companies and schools employ them in cafeterias they can be a great in suggesting a diet program for you.

  Choose a diet with plenty of grain products. One slice of whole wheat bread, whole grain bagel,whole grain English muffin, rice, whole grain pasta. These along with fruits and salad will keep you on a balanced diet. Combine this with physical activity and  you will maintain or improve your weight. To stay healthy the body needs between 1600 to 1800 calories a day along with moderate exercise.

  You can write down questions and ask yourself about your eating habits.  Do I make good food choices?. How is my appetite? What foods do I binge on? Do I skip meals and snack instead? When do I eat foods that are good for me? What do I drink that is full of sugar? There are may more that you can ask . This is a great way to get started on a healthy diet. Stay positive and not have a fear of failure, do your work out routines and eat right and you can maintain your health and weight.

     How to determine body shape and your health
 
 Different body types play a part in your health.  The two main types can be described as an apple and pear shaped.   
When you are pear-shaped this means you have more fat around your butt and hips, known as subcutaneous fat.  These body types are more likely to get osteoporosis, varicose veins and eating disorders.  Generally, pear-shaped individuals have a lower self-esteem as well.  Be active, be healthy, a big butt does not make you unhealthy.  Some life-healthy suggestions  eat low fat foods  just watch the sodium levels , and resistance training.  Lifting weights will help burn fat, create muscle, and makes your bones stronger.  High
 
 Apple shaped individuals are those who have more mid-body, abdominal fat.  These individuals are more susceptible to diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer.  This is the more dangerous body shape of the two.  Depression, anxiety, and stress levels are also elevated in those with an apple shaped body.  Some tips for apple-shaped individuals are to eat high fiber food.  Foods that are high in fiber will fill you up.  Exercise is also important; aerobic exercise is best for burning fat.
 
 The other two types of body shape are hourglass and ruler.  Hourglass type women are those that are proportioned on the top and bottom halves of their bodies.  Rulers are those who are very slim.  Shoulders, waists, and hips are all about the same side.  The body basically does look like a ruler.  For these two body types.