Achieving a healthy weight is a simple balancing act - cut back on your food intake and increase your activity level. To lose weight, you need to take in fewer Calories than you use up. Calories are a measure of the amount of energy in food and the energy used up in activity. Cut back your energy intake by about 500 Calories each day. In terms of food, 500 Calories is roughly equal to two and half bowls of rice, four curry puffs (40 g each) or 80 g of roasted peanuts. As well as looking at the amount of food eaten, you need to pay attention to the types of foods eaten. Try to eat more breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables. These are generally low in fat, high in fiber and provide essential vitamins and minerals. Add lean meats, chicken without the skin or fish. Trim all visible fats from meats. If you're eating any chicken, don't eat the skin. And fill up on carbohydrates. Carbohydrates include rice, noodles, bread, fruits and vegetables. Whole grain cereal products are healthier choices because they provide more fiber, vitamins and minerals. And don't forget protein. Don't forget protein. Protein foods such as meat, fish, chicken, poultry, beans and bean products are essential for building, repairing and maintaining the body. You only need 1-2 servings of these each day. And exercise.

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