Why are you getting fat?

Now we know that you can't simply blame your weight gain on your genes.

Another poor modern-world life style is that we're too obsessed with foods. Eating become a recreational pastime. We're eating too often.

When we meet or call our friends, we would say "let's get together for a cup of coffee." It may turn into lunch or dinner plus drinks. We go out to eat often due to work and family schedule.

Many people find their comfort from foods due to stress, boredom, being tired, depressed, nervous o happy. Social gatherings tend to cirle around foods and drinks.

Packaged foods tend to be high in fat, sugar and calories. They ofen lack nutrtional value or fiber.

So what can you do about it?

Depending on your schedule and program, your daily food intake should consist of three meals and two snacks.

Many people try to cut calories when on a diet to lose weight. Often they cut the calories too low and miss out important nutrients.

A simply way to cut calories is eat few processed foods which are usually high in sugar, fat, or salt and of course, calories. Replace them with fresh fruit,vegetabls and whole grains.

Another strategy is to have healthy snacks such as yogurt, nuts, or fruit.