In addition to helping you reach and maintain a healthy weight, staying active and eating better may lower your chances of developing
- type 2 diabetes, or high blood sugar
- high blood pressure
- kidney disease
- heart disease
- stroke
- certain kinds of cancer

But improving your health isn’t the only reason to move more and eat better. You may also
- have more energy for work, play, and family
- feel better about yourself
- manage stress better
- set a good example for your children, friends, and other family members
- tone your body—without losing your curves
Your family, friends, and coworkers can be a great source of support as you work to adopt healthier habits. Ask them to join your efforts. Being healthy is important for them, too. By making healthy choices together, you may find it’s easier to move more and eat better.


