We want the people we love to be happy. So when we learn that being overweight is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and is associated with poor mental health and a reduced quality of life, it’s no wonder that you might feel motivated to help your loved ones lose weight. 

But weight is an extremely delicate conversation. You may be worried about hurting their feelings or putting strain on your relationship. To help you out, here are a few ideas to guide you as you help your loved ones lose weight.