I know you've heard it before, but it's worth repeating...

Through the end of July (at least) we are giving away a FR*EE airline ticket voucher for new HerbaCall subscribers. And just to make it more interesting, we'll also give a voucher to any current member who refers a new member who subscribes during that time! So if you refer someone, make SURE that they include your name when they subscribe!

Overweight and Obesity

Nearly two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight, and 30.5 percent are obese, according to data from the 1999-2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

Overweight and obesity are known risk factors for diabetes, heart disease, stroke, hypertension, gallbladder disease, osteoarthritis (degeneration of cartilage and bone of joints), sleep apnea and other breathing problems, and some forms of cancer (uterine, breast, colorectal, kidney, and gallbladder).

Obesity is also associated with high blood cholesterol, complications of pregnancy, menstrual irregularities, hirsutism (presence of excess body and facial hair), stress incontinence (urine leakage caused by weak pelvic-floor muscles), psychological disorders such as depression, and increased surgical risk.

Overweight refers to an excess of body weight compared to set standards. The excess weight may come from muscle, bone, fat, and/or body water. Obesity refers specifically to having an abnormally high proportion of body fat. A person can be overweight without being obese, as in the example of a bodybuilder or other athlete who has a lot of muscle. However, many people who are overweight are also obese.

Q: How many adults are overweight?
A: According to NHANES 1999-2000 and the US Census 2000, nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults are overweight (Body Mass Index (BMI) > 25, which includes those who are obese).

• All adults (20+ years old): 129.6 million (64.5 percent)
• Women (20+ years old): 64.5 million (61.9 percent)
• Men (20+ years old): 65.1 million (67.2 percent)

Q: How many adults are obese?
A: Nearly one-third of U.S. adults are obese (BMI > 30).

• All adults (20+ years old): 61.3 million (30.5 percent)
• Women (20+ years old): 34.7 million (33.4 percent)
• Men (20+ years old): 26.6 million (27.5 percent)

Herbacall Weight Loss Testimonials

• Ross Jackson tells HerbaCall that he "lost 25 kilos on the Herbalife Ultimate Program and has kept it off for over 12 months".
• George Ross is 71 years old and "lost 40 pounds thanks to Herbalife, and now looks and feels great!"
• Ditas Vito wrote that "thanks to Herbalife, she's back down to her goal weight after having 4 kids".
• Angelo Campione tells HerbaCall that "Herbalife Formulas dropped his body fat and gave him more energy".
• Doug & Linda Treasure say that they "got rid of gout, pain, and too much weight with Herbalife. They got their lives back!"

How can you get your weight under control?

The short answer to weight loss is to burn more calories than you eat. Keep physically active with sports, aerobics, walking instead of driving, parking a little further from the store entrance, dancing, walking your pets, or anything that just keeps you moving and having fun.

Reduce your caloric intake without skimping on nutrition. Herbalife's ShapeWorks Weight-Management Program is an effective, convenient way to give your body the nutrition it needs with fewer calories. Herbalife's Formula 1 Nutritional Shake comes in great flavors and can help you sensibly shed those pounds.

Want more information on weight loss and more HerbaCall weight loss testimonials?

Visit the HerbaCall Overweight and Obesity Resource Center for more information on weight loss, overweight and obesity news, research links and testimonials. You and Herbalife products can get your weight under control!