Brenda Sepulveda
COM/155
March 10, 2013
Holly Ledcke
Losing weight has been a battle that many people seem to be fighting. Some may want to lose a few pounds while others struggle to get back in shape and maintain it, even if it means going about it the hard way. Although a healthy diet and starvation both consist of calorie restriction to lose weight the difference can improve or put a person’s health at risk. Eating a healthy well balanced diet and adding some regular physical activity is the best way to lose weight and keep it off. Not only does it improve a person’s health, it is also an excellent way to learn better eating habits. Eating a variety of healthy foods helps provide the nutrients that the body needs to function in everyday life. Following a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables and cutting down on fatty foods is the most effective way to start looking and getting healthy. A person looking to lose weight cannot expect to lose it while still eating foods loaded with sugars and fat. This defeats the whole purpose of losing the weight and getting in shape. When followed by an exercise program a healthy diet can be the best way to lose those unwanted pounds and get in better shape. Exercise has many notable benefits aside from burning fat and muscle toning. Exercise not only increases a person’s energy level, it is also a great stress reliever and increases the metabolism, which in return helps the body burn more fat. Exercise is also a great mood enhancer, which can also bring more benefits to a person looking to improve their self-image. It can also add more years to a person’s life in the end. Why people want fast results is beyond understanding. If a person knows how one bad choice can complicate their lives, would they take the risk or make a better choice. Some people, however, want fast results and do not care for a healthy diet or exercise. One way they choose to do this is by