Money, success or fame may be the benchmarks of happienss but a new study from Petaling Jaya in Malaysia is looking at a different measurement: waist size.

Dr.  Alvin Ng Lai Oan, a clinical psychologist from the University Kebangsaan Malaysun said that obese and overweight people are more likely to suffer from psychological problems than people with a optimal weight.   He also cited that waist line and body mass index are related to levels of self esteem and satisfaction in life.

Dr. Farisah Ismal, a endocrinological consultant from the Gleneagly Intari Medical Center said that only as little as 10 percent weight loss have a significant improvement in an individual’s health.

Dr. Ismail said that there is no shortcut to lose weight, it is by eating healthy, proper exercise and guidance from an expert can one see the effects of their efforts.

Source: www. redorbit.com