The dangers of obesity!
An estimated 97 million adults in the United
States, 55% of the population, are overweight
or obese! Similar percentages exist for the
United Kingdom. In fact the UK has the largest
level of obesity in Europe!
Obesity is rising Large increases have occured
in the last 10 to 15 years. Increases were seen
in both sexes and all socioeconomic classes,
with the greatest increase seen in 18- to 29-year-olds
and in those who have achieved higher education
Even with these high increases now being seen
, obesity rates are underestimated because overweight
people tend to underestimate their weight and
overestimate their height
Weight gain is dependent on a person's energy
intake being greater than energy expenditure.
One pound (0.45 kg) is equal to 3,500 calories.
Therefore, a person consuming 500 calories more
than he or she expends daily will gain 1 lb
a week
Food cravings A person's body weight tends to
range within 10% of a set value. Weight alterations
in either direction cause changes in energy
expenditure that favor a return to the set-point.
This mechanism helps explain the terrible problem
of recidivism following attempted weight loss.
Only by reaching a lower weight for a period
of time can the person get used to feeling lighter.
Obesity complications
There are many possible complications:
Obesity can lead to:
Type 2 diabetes
Gallbladder disease
Hypertension
Coronary artery disease
Knee osteoarthritis
Gout
Colon cancer
Low back pain
Lack of confidence
Depression
etc...
Some tips Sensible diet and exercise have been
shown to be effective.
A key, key point is not to eat too much junk
food and to ensure you get the basic nutrition
your body needs. You should eat at least two
portions of fruit and vegetables each day. We
would highly recommend supplementing your diet
with superfood.
Physical activity is a necessary component of
every weight loss plan. Eat three meals a day
at about the same time each day sitting at a
table. Eat slowly. Avoid distractions such as
television or magazines. Cook small amounts;
use small plates. Avoid second helpings. Clean
plates directly into the garbage.