Social well-being is harmony with which body lives among other people and other life.

When all of these elements are in balance, a person is then considered healthy. With these factors as a measure, is it then so surprising that so many are considered to be unhealthy?

Physical health is not apparent absence of illness. Most chronic diseases do not, come on suddenly. They grow through our body over time until finally effects are severe enough to show symptoms. It is only appearance of symptoms that may come on suddenly. So absence of symptoms simply means absence of symptoms.

In US we have many dedicated health care professionals committing miracles in trauma care every day. For that US most certainly gets an A, but with definition of health provided by World Health Organization, it is clear that responsibility for health does lie with doctor. It is our responsibility to focus on creating a balance in factors of health. First for ourselves and then for others.

Avoid any program that does not include a physical activity plan. To lose weight and keep it off effectively, you must use more calories than you consume. And finally, talk to your health care provider before using any weight loss product, such as a supplement, herb, or over-the-counter medication.

Clinical weight-loss programs are services that are provided in a health-care setting, such as a hospital or clinic. One or more licensed health care professionals, such as doctors, nurses, dietitians, and/or psychologists, provide care and treatment suggestions.

Clinical programs may offer services such as nutrition education, physical activity, and behavior change therapy. Some programs offer prescription weight-loss drugs or gastrointestinal surgery. If your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or more, you may consider using prescription weight-loss drugs. These drugs should be used as part of an overall program that includes long-term changes in eating and physical activity habits. Only a licensed health care provider can prescribe these drugs.

If your BMI is 35 or more and you have weight-related health problems such as diabetes or heart disease, you may consider gastrointestinal surgery (also known as bariatric surgery). Most patients lose weight quickly, and many keep off most of their weight with a healthy eating plan and regular physical activity. However, as with most surgeries, there are risks. Bariatric surgery may reduce amount of vitamins and minerals your body can absorb and may cause gallstones.

It is never easy to change lifelong habits, especially eating and physical activity behavior. But, it CAN be done. The results will be a happier, healthier, more confident and satisfied you!