Take Action!
Make a promise to eat well, move more, and get support from family and friends. If you need to lose weight, do it slowly over time. Try losing 1 to 2 pounds a week.
Remember: To lose weight, you need to eat fewer calories than you burn.
Talk to a doctor.
If you or a loved one is planning to lose weight, talk to a doctor. Your doctor will explain your options, like joining a weight loss program. Here are some questions you might want to ask your doctor about losing weight.