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Weight Management
What You Should Know About Popular Diets
Learn how to evaluate claims made by weight loss products and diets. Find information to choose weight loss strategies that are healthy, effective and safe for you.
Physical Activity
Find information and resources related to physical activity and weight management.
Body Image
Learn about establishing and maintaining a positive body image through healthy eating habits.
Weight Management for Youth
Understand how to address weight issues in children and teens with healthy guidelines, links to interactive and skill-building tools, and more.
Interactive Tools
Calculate your body mass index (BMI), plan menus, learn about food labels, play nutrition games and test your knowledge!
Commonly Asked Questions - Weight Management
Answers to questions like: how to burn off stored fat, how many calories in a pound, and how to get enough nutrients without eating too much.