You have big problem - if your belly is growing faster than your kids. The more fat you have in your belly the greater risk you're at for heart disease. If you are a man that's in shape you won't get heart disease. So, what is your risk level ? To find out your risk level you can do a comparison of your waist and hip measurement. Try measure your waist at the narrowest point using the measuring tape. Find out the distance around the widest part of your butt and hips. Divide your waist measurement by your hip circumference will tell you your risk level. Score 0.92 or higher: You're not doing too well. 0.82 to 0.91: Not bad but room for improvement. 0.81 or less: Good going Arnold.
If you want to lose weight, than take in fewer calories than your body needs to maintain your current weight. Most people tends to overestimate their ideal calorie requirements. You are not require to give up the foods you enjoy but keep your portion sizes in check.
Losing ½ to 2 pounds a week by having healthy food choices, eating moderate portions, and building physical activity into your daily life is the best way to lose weight. Adopting healthy eating and physical activity habits, you may also lower your risk for developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease & high blood pressure.
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