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Weight management ... all about

Page content: Diets and dieting | Develop healthy eating habits | Be active every day | Manage health issues | Quiz

 
 

Weight management needs a healthy diet and regular exercise. Losing weight takes time and fad diets are not the answer. A healthy weight may vary for different people. Some health conditions can make it difficult to control weight gain.

Diets and dieting

Weight loss needs a consistent healthy approach. Don’t be tempted by fad diets that promise instant results.

Develop healthy eating habits

Healthy eating isn’t boring or difficult. There are lots of delicious healthy snacks and meals you can make or buy.

Be active every day

Keep moving to manage your weight. If you’re active every day, you’ll stay fit and are more likely to maintain your healthy weight.

Manage health issues

Some conditions can affect your weight. Make sure health conditions like coeliac disease and Crohn’s disease are managed.

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More information
Australian guide to Healthy Eating.
Dietary Guidelines for all Australians.
Dieticians Association of Australia - Smart Eating for You.

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