Keeping the weight down becomes a goal as age goes up. In fact, the Food and Nutrition Institute’s (FNRI) 7th National Nutrition Survey, which was conducted in 2010, reported a steady increase in the number of obese Filipinas. There are six Pinays for every one Pinoy who suffers from android obesity (where fat is localized around the waist and abdomen).

Given this, you might feel you need a bit of advice. Experts share how you can bring down the numbers on the scale as you go through each decade. Check out their tips by browsing through the gallery!


(First published as “Burn Fat in Every Decade” in the “Slim Down Strategies” section of Women’s Health Philippines’ August 2011 issue. Adapted for use in Female Network. Photo by lululemon athletica via Flickr Creative Commons.)