Cachexia and anorexia<\/h3>\n
It is necessary to distinguish between the terms “cachexia” and “anorexia”. Cachexia – wasting, can have various causes, primarily nutritional deficiencies. It becomes a frequent occurrence when hunger is rampant. Anorexia is a diagnosis from the group of eating disorders, characterized by impaired perception of one's own body and, as a result, food intake. Cachexia is not always accompanied by anorexia – many residents of besieged Leningrad had cachexia due to nutritional deficiencies, but did not have anorexia.<\/p>\n
Ideal weight<\/h3>\n
This is not one number, but a range of 18.5 – 24.9 in BMI. Within the range, different weight figures may be hidden: for example, with a height of 165 cm, a weight of 52 kg may be ideal, and a weight of 67 kg. Why is this particular range chosen ideal? With this BMI range, there is the lowest risk of developing obesity-associated diseases – hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, vascular atherosclerosis with its consequences (heart attack, stroke). Accordingly, maintaining BMI within the specified framework allows you to maintain health.<\/p>\n
Overweight<\/h3>\n
Being overweight with a BMI of 25-29.9 is a harbinger of obesity. Potentially 2 situations are possible. The first – a person for a long period (up to the entire adult life) lives with a stable overweight. This happens with a hypersthenic body type, or in athletes who have been involved in strength sports for many years. In this case, the risk of developing diseases remains low.<\/p>\n
The second option is that the weight was previously in the normal range, but began to increase, and at the moment is in the overweight zone. This option is prognostically unfavorable. Studies show that with this development of events, most patients in 5-7 years move from the overweight zone to the obese zone, and the body becomes overgrown with fat according to the male or female type.<\/p>\n
Obesity 1 degree<\/h3>\n
Obesity 1 degree: BMI 30-34.5. At this weight, the compensatory mechanisms of the body work well at first, the health indicators (the level of blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol) remain satisfactory. This is called metabolically healthy obesity. But the research carried out by prof. Rachel Batterham at University College London show that such compensatory mechanisms are depleted (usually after 50-60 years). The life expectancy of patients with grade 1 obesity is reduced by about 3-5 years due to early death due to cardiovascular diseases. Already at this stage, women have a pronounced abdominal type of obesity (excess adipose tissue accumulates in the abdomen and internal organs), or a gynoid type (fat accumulates on the thighs, buttocks).<\/p>\n
Obesity grade 2<\/h3>\n
Stage 2 obesity: BMI 35-39.9. Lifestyle problems arise. People experience difficulties in normal physical activity and everyday life – they get tired quickly, suffer from shortness of breath, snore at night, they develop joint diseases. High blood pressure becomes habitual, sugar and cholesterol increase by the age of 40-45, which leads to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus. Studies show that the life expectancy of such patients is reduced by 5-8 years.<\/p>\n
Obesity grade 3<\/h3>\n
Obesity grade 3: BMI over 40. Experienced daily limitations, discomfort, suffering: difficulty breathing, inability to bend over and tie shoelaces, walk 2 stops, climb above 3 floors. Patients sooner or later encounter diabetes mellitus, and die from its consequences 8-10 years earlier than possible.<\/p>\n
One of the specific variants of the course of morbid obesity is Pickwick's syndrome. It occurs more often in men, but it also occurs in women. The syndrome is characterized by increasing difficulty breathing due to the large volume of fat that prevents the lungs from working effectively. Excess fat compresses the vessels of the neck, larynx, breathing acquires a characteristic whistle, and in a sitting position due to a lack of blood supply to the brain, they often involuntarily fall asleep and immediately begin to snore, which greatly interferes with others. The risk to life is the increasing difficulty of breathing in a state of frequent sleep, dangerous respiratory arrest with a fatal outcome.<\/p>\n
Symptoms<\/h2>\n
The main symptom is excess weight. Localization of deposits – male or female. The appearance changes – a double chin appears, breeches on the hips, mammary glands enlarge. At the onset of the disease (I, II degree), there are no special health complaints. Later (at III, IV degrees) there are malfunctions in the normal functioning of the body – sweating, chronic fatigue, abnormalities in the work of the intestines, heart, lungs, joints, skin defects, disruptions in the menstrual cycle, up to amenorrhea.<\/p>\n
Symptoms are classified by type of disease:<\/p>\n
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- Alimentary obesity is inherent in women of middle age and older, with a genetic predisposition to obesity. Weight grows gradually. Endocrine system – little affected.<\/li>\n
- Hypothalamic obesity – weight gain occurs quickly, fat is localized on the abdomen, thighs. The skin is affected – stretch marks (striae) appear, dryness. It occurs as a consequence of diseases of the central nervous system with a malfunction of the hypothalamus from infectious or neoplastic diseases, injuries. It is accompanied by such symptoms as: high blood pressure, headaches, neurological disorders.<\/li>\n
- Endocrine type – present in diseases of the endocrine system, accompanies hormonal changes, the intake of hormonal drugs, dysfunctions of the gonads.<\/li>\n
- Painful lipomatosis (Dercum's disease) is characterized by pressure-sensitive fatty nodes.<\/li>\n
- Obesity of II-IV degrees – there are malfunctions in the work of the cardiovascular system, respiratory organs, and digestion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nComplications of obesity<\/h2>\n
Since obesity is a disease of the endocrine system, it gives complications to several body systems at once, as a result of which an extensive complex of complications can develop:<\/p>\n
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- Metabolic syndrome – causes cardiovascular disease associated with tissue intolerance to insulin;<\/li>\n
- Disorders of the gastrointestinal tract – are quite common and are associated with the fact that acidic contents enter the esophagus from the stomach;<\/li>\n
- The development of type 2 diabetes mellitus – develops as a result of impaired insulin secretion by cells of the pancreas;<\/li>\n
- Stroke – as a result of circulatory disorders in the brain;<\/li>\n
- Heart attack – as a result of the death of a portion of the heart muscle;<\/li>\n
- Cholecystitis – inflammation of the urinary tract and bladder;<\/li>\n
- Cancer complications – develops as a result of the degeneration of normal cells into tumor cells.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Obesity prognosis<\/h2>\n
At the initial degrees of obesity (1 and 2), the prognosis of the patient's working capacity, as well as avoiding the development of complications and the effectiveness of treatment, is favorable, if it turned out to normalize the patient's body weight.<\/p>\n
If a patient is diagnosed with obesity of 3 or 4 degrees, such a disease often proceeds with incurable complications and severe concomitant diseases, for example: ischemic heart and brain disease, hypertension, diseases of the genitourinary system. In addition, due to obesity, the patient's life expectancy is significantly reduced. The leading causes of death in obesity are heart disease, pneumonia and other infections. People who suffer from severe obesity do not tolerate surgery very well.<\/p>\n
Effects<\/h2>\n
At the initial stage, excess weight is likely to be a cosmetic problem, it does not pose a threat to health. However, do not forget that the more a person weighs, the more excess weight in him, the more the load on the spine, bones increases, and joints begin to wear out faster.<\/p>\n
Obesity stages 3 and 4 (body mass index exceeds the norm by 50-100%), directly threatens human health: from high blood pressure, pain in the knee joints, shortness of breath, ending with diseases of the heart and other internal organs, there is also a very high probability of diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, hypertension, and cancer (the risk of occurrence increases 40 times!).<\/p>\n
And now, let's figure out how to overcome this disease of a modern person, and remain beautiful and healthy at the same time.<\/p>\n
Which specialists help in the treatment of obesity?<\/h2>\n
Studies have shown that over the long haul, obesity treatment is most effective when specialists from different disciplines are involved.<\/p>\n
Endocrinologist<\/h3>\n
This is the first specialist you should contact.<\/p>\n
Endocrinologists may send for tests to check the condition of the thyroid gland (insufficient production of hormones can lead to weight gain and interfere with weight loss), blood glucose and insulin levels (Homa index).<\/p>\n
Following the recommendations of an endocrinologist, which corresponds to the state of your body, will set the direction for further work.<\/p>\n
Nutritionist<\/h3>\n
Nutritionists teach the principles of good nutrition and help with diet planning. These specialists can also adapt the dietary recommendations of the doctor (usually quite general).<\/p>\n
Fitness trainer<\/h3>\n
A trainer must be qualified to develop a safe and effective training plan for you.<\/p>\n
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His (or her) professional ethics is also important – unfortunately, in the vastness of our Motherland there are still many coaches who use humiliation to “motivate” clients.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
If a specialist does not support you, look for someone else – it was not enough for your money to listen to all kinds of nasty things.<\/p>\n
Psychotherapist<\/h3>\n
Overeating is very often caused by emotional problems and trauma.<\/p>\n
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We often subconsciously use excess weight as a way to protect ourselves, and food as a source of comfort.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Psychologists and psychotherapists help to discover the roots of these behaviors and find healthier strategies for dealing with trauma or reducing stress levels.<\/p>\n
Obesity treatment<\/h2>\n
Weight gain is interconnected with many diseases, it can only be a consequence of other health disorders, therefore, an accurate diagnosis and understanding of the causes are important. Specialists in the field: gastroenterologist, nutritionist and endocrinologist. When diagnosing, the ratio of body mass index (BMI) to the square of a person's height is applied.<\/strong> The data obtained is interpreted as follows:<\/p>\n
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- below 18.5 – underweight;<\/li>\n
- 18.5-24.9 is the norm;<\/li>\n
- 25-29.9 – overweight;<\/li>\n
- 30-34.9 – degree I obesity;<\/li>\n
- 35-39.9 – grade II obesity;<\/li>\n
- over 40 – obesity of the III degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Treatments for obesity are based on a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Homemade, folk methods, food supplements, herbal teas to reduce appetite, cleanse the intestines, baths with active substances, massages, work with a psychologist will complement the main treatment. In extreme cases, surgery is possible.<\/p>\n
How to get rid of obesity at home<\/h2>\n
Treatment takes place at home. Hospitalization is possible only in extremely neglected conditions, a large number of deviations from the norm in the body. The support of family members is important, the desire of the patient himself to lose weight. Turning to specialists, the patient receives recommendations that need to be followed. The dynamics of changes is noted by the patients themselves or during periodic visits to doctors.<\/p>\n
Comprehensive treatment of obesity necessarily includes increasing activity, changing the diet – choosing the right food, avoiding overeating.<\/strong> The correct diet is not to eat at night, to eat not to full saturation, but to a slight feeling of hunger. Balanced foods that are low in fat and carbohydrates will help you regain your waistline and lose weight.<\/p>\n
Diet<\/h3>\n
One of the most important things in the treatment of obesity is proper nutrition. The composition of products, meal times, cooking technology are taken into account. The total calorie intake is reduced to 1000-1400 kcal \/ day. It is desirable that the diet chosen is not completely opposite to the usual culinary preferences. Then it will be easier to adhere to it for a while, which is necessary for losing weight.<\/p>\n
Benefits will be brought by:<\/p>\n
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- fresh vegetables, fruits high in fiber;<\/li>\n
- vegetable oils with monounsaturated fatty acids (for example, olive);<\/li>\n
- lean types of meat, fish;<\/li>\n
- milk products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Allowable salt intake is up to 3 grams per day. It is advisable to divide the daily diet into 5-6 meals, this will help reduce the feeling of hunger and make it easier to tolerate the diet. You should not choose food with a calorie content below 800 kcal \/ day – it is difficult to withstand, and the result will not be more than with a calorie content of 1200 kcal \/ day.<\/strong> In addition, weight gains faster after tough restrictions. It is necessary to exclude from the diet:<\/p>\n
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- sweet juices, soda;<\/li>\n
- white bread, pastries;<\/li>\n
- smoked meats, sausages, canned food;<\/li>\n
- fatty meats, fish;<\/li>\n
- cocoa, chocolate, confectionery, sugar replace with honey;<\/li>\n
- pasta, potatoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPhysical activity<\/h3>\n
The best friend of losing weight is sports. And although it is more difficult for obese people to perform physical exercises, it is necessary to choose a suitable complex and gradually increase the load. The task of physical education is to increase energy consumption in the body, normalize metabolism, and regulate appetite. Strength exercises that increase muscle mass work well. It is worth starting with walking, gradually adding load. Swimming is a good choice – it is a gentle sport that gives an optimal load on the muscles, but does not overload the joints.<\/p>\n
Drug therapy<\/h3>\n
In modern medicine, there are a number of drugs with proven effectiveness. A drug for obesity is prescribed by a doctor as part of a comprehensive treatment starting from a BMI of 27 kg \/ m2. In most drugs, contraindications are pregnancy, lactation and mental disorders. Medicines are divided into two main groups – reducing appetite and impairing the absorption of nutrients in the gastrointestinal tract. Official medicine recommended drugs: Sibutramine, Orlistat.<\/p>\n
Sibutramine (Meridia) enhances the action of neurotransmitters on saturation centers to reduce appetite. Weight is reduced by 10%, the amount of fat – over 22% – these are the results of the studies. Reception 10-15 mg per day before breakfast. Pros of Sibutramine: safety and the possibility of long-term use. Of the shortcomings, side effects are possible: insomnia, increased pressure, malfunctioning of the gastrointestinal tract. There are contraindications: arrhythmias, abnormal liver and heart function.<\/p>\n
Orlistat (Xenical) reduces the absorption of fats by an average of one third. Reception – 120 mg 3 times a day with meals or within 1 hour after meals. Pros: high efficiency, the possibility of long-term use, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Cons: side effects – abdominal pain, defecation disorders. It is forbidden to take with urolithiasis.<\/p>\n
There are groups of other drugs, the use of which is justified for obesity:<\/p>\n
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- an amphetamine group that increases energy expenditure;<\/li>\n
- centrally acting drugs (Mazindol, Fendimetrazin and others);<\/li>\n
- antidepressants (bupropion and fluoxetine).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
However, their effectiveness has not been proven, there are contraindications. Because of this, they are rarely recommended, or taking into account the patient's state of health, and are used under the supervision of a physician.<\/strong> In recent years, nutritional supplements have emerged that promise a quick victory over excess weight. Doctors recommend avoiding taking them due to their unproven effectiveness and unstudied composition.<\/p>\n
With peripheral action<\/h4>\n
The drugs cause a decrease in the activity of certain enzymes: gastrointestinal lipases, which promote the breakdown of fats. The action of such funds is to destroy fat cells, which leads to weight loss.<\/p>\n
The main advantage is the effect on the gastrointestinal tract, bypassing other organs. Despite this, the digestive system is closely connected with the urinary system and the liver, which drugs also have an effect on.<\/p>\n
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Important! Among the disadvantages of drugs with peripheral action are side symptoms in the form of irritation of the intestinal and gastric walls, which causes diarrhea and flatulence.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Representatives of this group are drugs Xenical, Orlistat.<\/p>\n
With central action<\/h4>\n
It should be said right away that such drugs have a more powerful effect than drugs with peripheral action. Active substances affect the brain, on specific inhibitors responsible for blocking the feeling of hunger.<\/p>\n
Despite the effectiveness, such drugs have many contraindications for admission. If you do not adhere to them, side symptoms arise: increased irritability, depression of the emotional state, impaired mental activity.<\/p>\n
Representatives of this group are the drugs Regenon, Phentermine, Fepranon.<\/p>\n
Others<\/h4>\n
Other drugs may be prescribed for the treatment of obesity, given the primary disease that contributes to weight gain. For example, if its increase is caused by hormonal disorders in the body, use means that normalize the state of the endocrine system.<\/p>\n
Obesity treatment with folk remedies<\/h3>\n
Obesity can be treated with folk remedies, but it is rather an auxiliary method. It will become more effective with the regular use of all methods. The funds are prepared according to specific recipes. If an allergic reaction has begun, such treatment should be suspended.<\/p>\n
Decoctions and infusions<\/h4>\n
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Infusions and decoctions of medicinal herbs reduce appetite, restore metabolism, and enhance immunity. Recipes on how to treat obesity with folk methods:<\/p>\n- \n
- Leaves of currant, mountain ash, lingonberry, yarrow, mint and medicinal chamomile flowers are taken in equal proportions. Pour a tablespoon of the mixture with 300 ml of boiling water. Insist in a thermos for 3 hours. Then filter and drink three times a day, half a glass.<\/li>\n
- A mixture is made of lemon balm, birch and strawberry leaves, St. John's wort, rose hips. Then 2 tbsp. l. crushed plants are poured with 300 ml of boiling water, and infused for 2 hours. The drink should be drunk three times a day, 100 ml.<\/li>\n
- A mixture is made from licorice rhizome, buckthorn bark, birch leaves, chicory, corn stigmas, mint, bud tea shoots, parsley, dandelion roots. Then 2 tbsp. l. composition, 500 ml of boiling water is poured. After 15 minutes, put the container on fire and bring to a boil. Then leave for another 2 hours in a warm place. The remedy is drunk in 100 ml 4 times a day, before meals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
All decoctions and infusions should be drunk only fresh, so they are prepared in small quantities. This is how all useful qualities are preserved.<\/p>\n
Healing baths<\/h4>\n
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Healing baths help to cleanse the skin, pores, and remove excess fluid. The procedure helps to relax, get rid of stress, which often provokes overeating. How to treat obesity with baths:<\/p>\n- \n
- Pour a glass of mustard powder into warm water. Relax in the bath for 20 minutes.<\/li>\n
- Stir in 1 liter. milk 150 ml of liquid honey. The mixture is poured into the bath. You need to lie in it for a quarter of an hour.<\/li>\n
- Pour 1 tbsp. l. linden blossom with a glass of boiling water. This drink is especially effective for older women. A tablespoon of linden blossom is poured into a glass of water. After half an hour, the drink is filtered and poured into the bath. You need to lie in it for 20 minutes. Then lie down for an hour under a warm blanket.<\/li>\n
- Soda bath has a fat-burning effect, speeds up metabolism and increases blood circulation. For the procedure, you need to take warm water and dissolve 150 g of powder in it plus 2 tbsp. l. sea \u200b\u200bsalt. The bath takes 20 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
During the procedure, you need to move away from bad thoughts and experiences, try to completely relax. This will enhance the effectiveness of the treatment. Too hot water for a bath should not be done – this can have a bad effect on the cardiovascular system.<\/p>\n
Juice treatment<\/h4>\n
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You can get rid of excess fat with the help of freshly squeezed juices. Made from fruits and vegetables, they help restore normal metabolism and boost immunity. How to treat obesity with juices (how to take):<\/p>\n- \n
- carrots, cabbage (mixed 100 and 200 ml, drunk during the day);<\/li>\n
- dill, parsley, celery (1 tsp each);<\/li>\n
- watermelon, apples (200 ml each);<\/li>\n
- carrots, celery, spinach in a ratio of 7: 5: 4 (1 s. l. each);<\/li>\n
- pumpkin, gooseberries (half a glass each);<\/li>\n
- carrots, beets in a 4: 1 ratio (1 tbsp each);<\/li>\n
- cucumber, cabbage (100 ml each).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The prepared cocktails are drunk 3 times a day. Choose the juice according to seasonality. Cocktails should be drunk within two weeks, then take a break and repeat. Juices alone cannot get rid of obesity, but as a supplement they enhance the effect.<\/p>\n
Nutrition for obesity<\/h2>\n
At home, it is recommended to adhere to proper nutrition. For such patients, special diets have been developed, which involve the inclusion in the diet of foods with a low energy value, easily digestible fats, carbohydrates, and a normal quantitative fat content.<\/p>\n
Foods that stimulate appetite are excluded from the diet, table salt and liquid are limited. You need to eat fractionally: in small portions, but often throughout the day. It is recommended to eat foods with fiber, which help the stomach to fill up quickly.<\/p>\n
1 degree<\/h3>\n
Patients with overweight and obesity of the 1st degree are not yet fully aware of the presence of pathology. In most cases, there are no pronounced clinical manifestations, a person is not worried about general malaise and increased fatigue. However, at this stage, diet is required.<\/p>\n
The diet should contain proteins in the amount of 60%, vegetable fats in the amount of 25%, salt – 5\u20138 g per day, liquid up to 1 liter. Natural sugar is completely excluded from the diet, but it can be replaced with sweeteners.<\/p>\n
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Important! Salt is consumed in a minimal amount, and it is not added during the cooking process, but the dish is salted after it is ready.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
2 degrees<\/h3>\n
More Article:<\/strong> How to Treat High Sugar<\/p>\n
Such a pathological condition, that is, grade 2 obesity, requires more attention. At this stage, it is not so easy to eliminate excess weight, even with proper nutrition in combination with physical activity.<\/p>\n
Diet at 1 and 2 degrees of pathology does not have any special differences. And also include proteins (60%), vegetable fats (25%), salt (4-8 g), liquid (up to 1 liter) in food. Fruits, vegetables, and other products are consumed boiled, stewed, baked.<\/p>\n
Fatty meat and fatty fish, sausage, baked goods, sweet, salty, pickled, fermented milk products of high fat content, pasta, spicy, fatty, mayonnaise, sauces are excluded from the diet.<\/p>\n
3 degrees<\/h3>\n
It is possible to cure grade 3 obesity in exceptional cases. In most cases, surgery is required. The general state of health of the patient is significantly deteriorated, there is a feeling of lack of air even with the slightest exertion, pain in the sternum, head, general malaise.<\/p>\n
Treatment of pathology is recommended to be carried out in stationary conditions, under the supervision of a specialist. Food should consist of protein in a daily volume of 70-80 g, fat – 60 g, carbohydrates – 100 g.<\/p>\n
4 degrees<\/h3>\n
Obesity grade 4 in women and men is a serious disease that requires constant care for a sick person. In most cases, the pathology occurs in combination with other concomitant diseases: atherosclerosis, hypertension, diabetes, pancreatitis, etc.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nObesity grade 4 is treated only in a hospital.<\/p>\n
Treatment and nutrition are selected taking into account the characteristics of general health and associated diseases. To eliminate body fat, surgery is prescribed. The therapy is carried out in stationary conditions.<\/p>\n
Prevention of obesity<\/h2>\n
As a prevention of obesity, it is recommended to normalize nutrition and engage in physiotherapy exercises. You should not limit yourself to food, it is important to reduce the intake of carbohydrates contained in sugary foods. It is also important that the daily calorie expenditure is equal to or greater than the calorie intake.<\/p>\n
Prevention of obesity in infants<\/h3>\n
The longer babies are breastfed, the less likely they are to develop overweight problems later in life. Breastfed babies are 15-25% less likely to become obese. For those who are breastfed until six months of age or longer, this chance is 20-40% lower.<\/p>\n
Prevention of obesity in children and adolescents<\/h3>\n
Young people are usually overweight or even obese for one simple reason – because they do not get enough physical activity with bad eating habits. Genetic predisposition and lifestyle in general also contribute to the occurrence of these problems in a child.<\/p>\n
There are several steps you can take to prevent overweight and obesity in childhood and adolescence. (It will be useful not only for children, but also for adults!) Our recommendations include the following:<\/p>\n
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- Gradually work on changing family habits, including diet and activity levels. The focus should be on this and not on the arrows of the scales. Change your habits, and the body will get rid of unnecessary ballast in the form of extra pounds.<\/li>\n
- Be a role model. Parents who eat properly and lead an active lifestyle become a guide and role model for their children, which minimizes the likelihood of future problems with being overweight.<\/li>\n
- Encourage physical activity. Children should get at least an hour daily in moderate physical activity. More than an hour will be good for weight loss and maintenance of the achieved result.<\/li>\n
- Reduce the time you sit in front of the TV and computer to two hours a day.<\/li>\n
- Encourage children to eat only when they are truly hungry. Teach them to chew food slowly without being distracted by a TV screen or book.<\/li>\n
- Avoid using your favorite treats as a reward or punishment.<\/li>\n
- Store skim or low fat milk and fresh fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator instead of high sugar and fat soft drinks and snacks.<\/li>\n
- Try to give children at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day.<\/li>\n
- Encourage children to drink water rather than high-sugar drinks such as soda, sports drinks, and fruit juice drinks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Prevention of obesity in adults<\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nMany strategies that lead to successful weight loss and maintenance are effective in preventing obesity. Choosing healthier eating habits and increasing daily physical activity wisely play a vital role in preventing obesity. Among the things that can be confidently taken now are the following steps:<\/p>\n
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- Eat 5-6 servings of fruits and vegetables daily. One such serving = one cup of raw vegetables or half a cup of cooked vegetables or vegetable juice. A serving of fruit is one cup of small to medium fresh fruits, or half a cup of canned fruit or fruit juices, or one-fourth cup of dried fruit.<\/li>\n
- Choose whole grain foods such as brown rice and whole wheat bread. Avoid overly processed foods made with refined white sugar, premium flour, and saturated fat.<\/li>\n
- Weigh and estimate the size of a serving to get an idea of \u200b\u200bits size. For example, three ounces of meat (85 g) is a piece as thick as a deck of cards. Avoid the largest portions on the menu, especially in fast food restaurants. You can only achieve good results if your portions are not oversized.<\/li>\n
- Keep track of your calorie intake Consuming more calories than you can burn in a day for energy will lead to weight gain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Weigh yourself regularly!<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAvoid foods with a high “energy density”, that is, those that are high in calories in a small piece. For example, a large cheeseburger and a large serving of fries can pull in nearly 1,000 calories and 30 grams or more of fat. By ordering a grilled chicken sandwich or a simple hamburger and a small salad with low-fat dressing, you can avoid mindlessly eating hundreds of extra calories and get rid of unnecessarily high amounts of fat. For dessert, it is better to eat a piece of fruit or a piece of white biscuit, rather than a “chocolate-making” cake or three pieces of homemade pie.<\/p>\n
Don't be afraid to sweat properly: have at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity several times a week, or preferably every day of the week. For example, a 15-minute brisk walk or weeding in a garden.<\/p>\n
Create opportunities for yourself during the day 10-15 minute breaks in order to burn off those extra calories. Take a walk down corridors or up and down several flights of stairs at work. Do not forget that a drop wears away a stone!<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
While preventing obesity is more effective than treating it, doctors should still take the problem seriously. They will be of great help to patients by reminding them that their value is not measured in numbers on a scale. Maintaining a patient's self-esteem, no matter how much they weigh, is perhaps the most powerful stimulus a doctor has to offer.<\/p>\n
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