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Healthy Weight

Today it seems like every time you open a newspaper, turn on the TV or listen to the radio there is advertisements about weight. How do you know if you are a healthy weight? If you are not, how can you get there? This section of the website will provide you with information about:

  • what is a healthy weight
  • overweight vs. underweight
  • weight, body image and self-esteem
  • how to get to a healthy weight
Apple or Pear Shape Apple or Pear Shape »

Waist-to-hip ration is a tool that can be used to help determine your risk for heart disease and diabetes. It provides a ratio (comparison) of your waist measurement to your hip measurement.

Find out if you're Apple or Pear Shaped »

Body Mass Index Body Mass Index (BMI) »

Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a tool that can be used to help assess your risk of developing health problems due to being over or under weight.

Read more about the Body Mass Index »

Waist Circumference Waist Circumference »

This fat stored around your middle is more dangerous to your health than fat stored around the hips and thighs.

Read more about Waist Circumference »

Contact & More Information

For more information contact EatRight Ontario toll-free at 1.877.510.5102 or find them on the web at www.eatrightontario.ca.

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