Obesity is a very significant problem in the United States today. It is estimated that between 10-25% of teenagers and 25-50% of adults fall into this category.

Are we eating too much? Are we eating the wrong type of foods? Or are we just too sedentary? Research indicates that while food is a factor, the single most important contributor to obesity is a decreased activity level. As our society becomes more technologically advanced, we have become less active.

Obesity can put a person's health at risk. For example, an obese person is more likely to suffer a stroke, heart attack, or develop many other health problems.

For those who have tried every known means of losing weight, each failure results in frustration and despair. According to experts, the only realistic way to lose weight and keep it off is by reducing calories, increasing activity level, and maintaining this lifestyle change permanently.

Seeking help from professionals is always a good idea when beginning a weight loss program. For example, a nutritionist could help to teach us how to modify our eating habits and make better food choices, and a physical therapist could help in designing a safe and effective exercise program in order to increase our activity level and lose weight.