Obesity is a widespread and potentially deadly medical condition that has reached epidemic proportions in many parts of the world, especially in the United States. Easy access to high fat, high sugar diets of heavily processed food, super-sized portions, as well as a significant reduction in daily activity levels have proven to be difficult to counteract. Diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, joint pain, liver and kidney dysfunction, and many other...more
Obesity in America is increasing at an growing rate and is more likely to become a national disaster sooner than later. It is also among the list of leading causes of alot of diseases in North America and other Western countries.Solution for weight problems should be to make lifestyle changes, even though they are not convenient. Nearly all of adults realize problems relating to obesity and remedy these through weight loss programs,...more
Numerous studies have shown that more Americans are obese today than ever before and, interestingly, we're not the only ones. Not only are Americans fatter than ever, so are their dogs; and the phenomenon can have serious ramifications for both groups. Obese dogs run a lot of the same risks that obese people do.When a dog is over weight it is at higher risk for heart disease, respiratory ailments, weak joints and other problems. In short; it is every bit as dangerous for a dog to be carrying extra weight as it is for a person - perhaps more so due to the shorter lifespan that dogs have. An overweight eight year old dog is akin to an overweight fifty-six year old man and subject to many of the same health risks.Fortunately for us and our dogs; the equation is associative and works the same in the opposite direction. Just as a healthy diet and plenty of good cardiovascular exercise can trim down a chubby man; it can take the extra weight off of a dog.Doggie DietsTo reduce the overweight or obese dog's body weight, a program of diet and exercise should be introduced. It is important to visit a veterinarian as the doctor can determine whether the dog's obesity is simply due to...more
Obesity is one of the fastest growing diseases around the world. It is better to term it as a medical condition because it is a known cause for cardiac arrests and diabetes. It occurs mainly due to a sedentary lifestyle and it can be easily reversed with a modification in the diet and by following a strict exercise plan. These plans...more
Calorie gives the energy to perform the daily activities. If the calorie intake id reduced then the body will burn the stored fat in your body to meet the calorific demand. So the basic principle of low calorie diet is to reduce the calorie intake burn the excess fat. For this reason it is also used to shed excess fat and reduce body weight. Before...more
Most people are unaware of how to deal with being overweight. Although, the do understand, the fat needs to be reduced. Most of us know somebody personally who can give us advice beyond the work environment that can offer guidance and education regarding weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Moreover, there are some people who know one-hundred percent what they're telling people yet are unable to do what they say to others; It is very similar to a person who say's do not eat too much of those tasty chips and guacamole but doesn't have the will power to restrict themselves. If so, they'd be on those infomercials selling their success to all types of people.Individuals who suffer from being overweight or obese have more than likely tried all the diets, seminars, plans and personal trainers during their lifetime. Most of the time it is not education or ignorance but simply the person's determination to do what they are supposed to do. With the variety of foods on TV, magazines and everywhere you go it is difficult to accomplish and some people just do not change their ways even if they are bad, unhealthy and sometimes life threatening.It is time to stop blaming your overweight issues...more
Who wouldn't want to lose weight in a quick and efficient manner? Who wouldn't want to trade off those ugly and unwanted extra pounds for a leaner and a more attractive frame? Practically each and every one of us has imbibed a mindset that borders on...more
Take a moment to count how many teeth you have. Did you know that people with less teeth run a higher risk of putting on weight, and even becoming obese? Someone with 21 teeth left out of their original 32 has a risk that is approximately 3 times...more
Obesity is a great hazard because when a person become horrendously obese, he or she would inevitably have to face the complications that come with obesity. Indeed, obesity in itself is neither a threat nor a danger but then again, the effects of...more
The issue of childrens eating habits and their effects on obesity is constantly researched and discussed by food scientists.A nutritionally well balanced diet develops growth and can also reduce / prevent the risk of developing diseases such as heart...more
In the present situation the entire planet is facing one biggest genetic, hereditary or self gained health disorder which is more commonly is known as Obesity. Laparoscopic gastric bypass in India has emerged one of the best options for...more
Based on the latest projections of the World Health Organizations, there are about 1.6 billion adults who are overweight while there are 400 million adults who are considered obese. Obesity has long been a pressing problem worldwide as...more