Weight Control

There is absolutely no doubt that obesity is a very current topic in today’s industrialized society. Have you ever wondered why?

Obesity brings on many serious health problems such as diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases to name a few. Youths are now falling victim to these problems which cause significant damage.

Far be it for us to lecture you, but we do take your health to heart. Here are a few links that will help you gain a better idea about this.

Nutrition

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/fg_rainbow-arc_en_ciel_ga_e.html

This is Health Canada’s site on the Canada Food Guide. Visit the Food and Nutrition section to obtain information on everything dealing with Canadian nutrition.

http://life.familyeducation.com/teen/nutrition/34519.html

This site deals with several subjects of interest to young teens, including nutrition.

http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/pau-uap/paguide/child_youth/index.html

Internet Site des Canada's Physical Activity Guides for Children and Youth. You will find interesting information on health, physical activity and ways of combating obesity.

http://www.healthyeatingisinstore.ca/virtual_grocery.asp

Are labels all Greek to you? Here’s a site that will help you sort through the nutritional factors presented on the labels of products you consume.