Obesity Awareness

Adult Obesity Facts / Causes Of Obesity / Help With Obesity

Summary

Obesity in the United States is a real problem that continues to arise, it is a common and serious diseases that can put many people at serious health risks. Obesity can increase the risk of heart attack, Diabetes, hospitalization and serve illness. In the midst of a pandemic, obesity rate increase even higher leaving the United States as one of the countries with the highest obesity rates. Luckily, there are many options in which people are able to work and make an effort to stay in shape. Staying activate, eating healthy and making good life choice can do a long way and can help people lose weight. There are many problems in America today and we can remove one from the list by help cutting obesity rates in America.

Causes Prevention and Risk Factors

Whether you’re at risk of obesity or currently overweight you can take the proper steps to prevent unhealthy weight gain which could lead to serious health problems. The steps to prevent weight gain are the same steps to lose weight. Your health is very serious and should not be taken for granted.

· Exercise Daily: Studies show that working out at least three times a week can increase for a fast metabolism, burn more calories and help with weight loss.

· Reduce Daily Stress: Stress can quickly affect your mind and cause eating patterns which can lead to high calorie foods. Reducing daily stress will minimize the urges to eat high foods.

· Participate in aerobic activity: By participating in aerobic activity at least 150 minutes a week will help eliminate lose weight.

· Eat more fruits & vegetables: It is high recommended to eat fruits and vegetables at least 5 servings a day will help not only live a health live but reduce the risk of overeating. Eat plenty of dietary fiber: Eating dietary Fiber also plays a role in weight maintenance

· Eat plenty of dietary fiber: Eating dietary Fiber also plays a role in weight maintenance.

· Family & Friends Involvement: It’s important to have friends and family to keep everyone accountable. Getting people involved can help encourage a healthy lifestyle.

· Eat less “Bad” fat & eat more “good” fat: Heathy dietary fats can improve cholesterol levels and reduce obesity risk

· Consume Less Sugar: Sugary foods is the enemy and is processed in ultra-processed foods which lead to a higher risk of obesity.

· Meal Prep: Part of losing weight is to make sure you have a plan with healthy lunches and dinners you can have ready for the week. This will help avoid temptations for unhealthy food.

· Obesity Treatment: Many hospitals and clinics will help with this issue. Reach out to your doctor if you need treatment for obesity.

A number of factors play a major role in weight gain. Some of these factors include diet, lack of exercise, genetics, personal environment or health conditions and medications.

Effects

Health consequences play a major role for people with obesity, some of the following health conditions include.

· Cause of Death

· High Blood Pressure

· Type 2 Diabetes

· Stroke

· Coronary heart dieses

· Low Quality of Life

· Body pain and difficult with physical functioning

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