Your body weight is not only determined by gender, age, height and weight, but is also dependent on the following:

• Genetic predisposition
• Muscle and fat distribution
• Body shape
• Level of physical activity

Ensuring A healthy Body Weight
To judge if you have a healthy body weight takes more than just looking in the mirror or standing on a scale. It is a combination of everything including reviewing and monitoring the following:

• Your muscle-to-fat ratio. Pinch your abdominal area, thighs and arms. Less than an inch of fat means you are okay; more than an inch means it’s time to do something about it.

• Your body’s fat distribution, e.g. pear shape or apple shape. Be active. Get in at least 30-45 minutes exercise daily.

• Your cholesterol. Make sure that your triglycerides and saturated fat levels fall within normal values. Try foods low in cholesterol, such as, Nestle Cheerios breakfast cereals with whole grain.

• Your diet. Reduce your intake of calories from fat and include calcium-rich foods such as Nestle Svelty Skimmed Milk. Remember, control portions.

You can achieve and maintain your ideal healthy body weight through healthy eating, and by making daily exercise an important part of your life.