People often say the best way to lose weight is to eat less and move more. It's more accurate to say formost of us that means consuming fewer calories and burning more. To help you reach this goal and reduce your cancer risk, AICR has developed an effective 3-step approach:
Step 1. Move Toward a Plant-based Diet
Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans to cut down on the amount of calories and fat you consume.
Step 2. Get More Physically Active
Burn calories through exercise to help you lose weight, reduce stress and improve your self-esteem. Use our exercise calculator to see how many calories are burned during specific activities.
Step 3. Control Portion Sizes
Can’t manage your weight through steps 1 and 2 alone? It may be time to take a look at the size of the portions you're eating.
If these three steps do not lead to gradual weight loss, don't reach for a fad diet book. See a physician or dietitian and ask for a weight loss program suited to your individual situation.
