Watch your weight
Weighing too much or too little can increase your risk of developing a range of health conditions.
By watching your weight and staying within a healthy range that is right for you, you can:
- reduce your risk of developing the serious conditions below
- improve your levels of fertility
- feel more confident and motivated
- have more energy and find it easier to be active
- have a stronger immune system
Conditions related to being overweight or obese include:
- coronary heart disease
- high blood pressure
- stroke
- type 2 diabetes
- osteoarthritis
- some types of cancer
- liver disease
- asthma
- sleep apnoea
- fertility problems
Being underweight is linked to:
- osteoporosis
- poor muscle strength
- reduced immune system so you’re more likely to get infections
- increased risk of heart problems
- fertility problems