Healthy Eating

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How many calories and fat grams should you have each day?
 

Current Weight Calories and Fat Grams per Day
120 – 170 pounds 1,200 calories a day
33 fat grams a day
175 – 215 pounds 1,500 calories a day
42 fat grams a day
220 – 245 pounds 1,800 calories a day
50 fat grams a day
250 – 300 pounds 2,000 calories a day
55 fat grams a day

www.ndep.nih.gov/campaigns/SmallSteps/gameplan/gp_booklet.htm

 

Weight Loss Tips

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  • Set your weight loss goal
  • Weigh once a week
  • Write down your progress

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Weight Research

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Research has shown that if you lose about 15 pounds, you can prevent or delay the onset of diabetes.
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Keep a Healthy Weight

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Ideal Waist Size:

  • Women: 35 inches or less.
  • Men: 40 inches or less
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Preventing Diabetes

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  • Keep a Healthy Weight
  • Eat Healthy Foods
  • Exercise Daily