Wellness Report on Obesity: Losing Weight May Add Years to Your Life

New studies confirm that obesity is on the rise, bringing with it a greater risk of diabetes and a lower life expectancy.

Overweight linked with premature death

In January 2003, the Journal of the American Medical Association featured a study that found that obesity appears to lessen life expectancy, especially among young adults. The researchers compared Body-Mass Index (BMI) to longevity and found a correlation between premature death and higher BMIs. For example, a 20-year-old white male, 5’10” weighing 288 pounds with a BMI of greater than 40 was estimated to lose 13 years of his life as a result of obesity. While this study referenced extreme levels of obesity, there are still millions of overweight Americans with a life expectancy rate that is three to five years less than their healthy-weight counterparts.

Herbalife for long-term health

Herbalife has helped millions of Americans take control of their eating. Our products can help just about anyone who is overweight lower their calorie intake and improve their nutrition. In addition, Herbalife’s Distributor force provides the day-to-day support people need to change their eating habits, incorporate Formula 1 Nutritional Shake Mix into their daily routine and develop the confidence they need to lose weight and enjoy total wellness. We have the programs people need to reverse the overweight trend–and to help them gain control in the “battle of the bulge.” Without it, we are losing years off our lives.