When it comes to your health, nothing is more important than knowledge and understanding. The following Health Break from the University of Tennessee Medical Center contains information that can help you and your family live longer, healthier lives.

Did you know 64% of adults over the age of 20 are considered either overweight or obese? That’s an unsettling statistic considering the fact that being overweight increases the risk of coronary heart disease. Obesity has also been linked to increased death rates from some types of cancers, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, colon cancer, uterine cancer and pancreatic cancer. Because of these risks, it is important to lose weight even if you do not feel bad now. Two most effective ways to lose weight are eating a balanced diet of healthy foods and engaging in regular exercise.

To learn more about how to combat obesity consult your physician.

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Health Break - #09 - How to Combat Obesity