Weight Loss

Eating more fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains gives your body the fuel it needs. A simple way to begin is by filling half your plate with vegetables at meals.

You can also:

• Choose water or sugar-free drinks instead of soda or alcohol
• Read food labels to better understand what you are eating and drinking
• Look for simple swaps that feel realistic for your daily routine

Exercise does not have to be long or intense to help your health. A brisk walk, dancing at home, or playing outside with your kids or pets all count.

Try to aim for:

• At least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week
• Strength-building activity at least two days a week
• At least 5,000 steps a day

The best activity is the one you enjoy enough to keep doing.

Exercise does not have to be long or intense to help your health. A brisk walk, dancing at home, or playing outside with your kids or pets all count.

Try to aim for:

• At least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week
• Strength-building activity at least two days a week
• At least 5,000 steps a day

The best activity is the one you enjoy enough to keep doing.

Healthy habits are easier to build when you do not do it alone. Support from family, friends and your health care team can make a real difference.

One of the best places to start is with your primary care provider. An annual physical can help you:

• Talk about your health goals
• Track changes in your weight and overall health
• Catch concerns early
• Get guidance that fits your needs

Many annual physicals are fully covered by insurance. Astera Health also offers nutrition education with a registered dietitian.

• Low energy
• Joint pain
• Shortness of breath
• Trouble sleeping
• Skin changes
• Mood changes
• High blood pressure
• High blood sugar
• Heartburn
• Irregular periods or fertility problems
• Frequent illness