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Most people think that being at a healthy weight means being "thin." Actually, a healthy weight is the weight your body naturally settles into when you eat nutritious foods, are active, and balance how much you eat with how much you exercise. It's more about healthy living than what you weigh. In our topics, you'll find information on how to eat healthier, how to start an exercise program, and much more.

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AuthorMerrill Hayden
EditorKaty E. Magee, MA
Associate EditorMichele Cronen
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD
- Family Medicine
Last UpdatedNovember 21, 2007
Author: Merrill HaydenLast Updated: November 21, 2007
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

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