Dr Leon Massage presents his weight loss secrets for avoiding obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and heart disease in a talk to Rotary Australia. He explains how to boost metabolism for faster weight loss and how to prevent the chronic diseases associated with obesity.
By the end of this session the learner will be able to: Describe the physical effects of obesity List the causes of obesity Demonstrate how to measure obesity Describe eating disorders Describe diabetes mellitus and the exercise recommendations for diabetics Describe Coronary heart disease and the exercise recommendations for this client group Describe Hypertension and the exercise recommendations for this client group State the effects of alcohol and smoking
www.wealthandhealthonline.com We already know that obesity has become a worldwide epidemic. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), in 2007, only one state (Colorado) had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Thirty states had a prevalence equal to or greater than 25%; 3 of these states (Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee) had a prevalence of obesity equal to or greater than 30%. Obesity or simply being overweight is a significant risk factor for cancer, diabetes, gallbladder disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, joint-and muscle pains, arthritis, respiratory problems and psycho-emotional disorders. The American Heart Association (AHA) classified obesity as a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Over 70% of diagnosed cases are related to obesity. A weight gain of 20 pounds or more doubles the risk of heart disease! A weight reduction of 5 to 10% increases HDL levels (good cholesterol) and reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides. Hypertension: 26% of obese people have high blood pressure. Therefore, obesity doubles the chances of high blood pressure. Losing just a few pounds can lower your blood pressure! Respiratory problems: sleep apnea is linked to obesity and losing 10 to 15% of body weight can cure apnea. Psychological & social effects: Obesity can lead to emotional suffering, discrimination at work and social settings. Rejection, shame, and depression are common. The American society equates thinness with attractiveness and …
Dr. Henry Black discusses the future of rimonabant and endocannabinoid inhibitors. Will their effectiveness in curbing weight in high-risk individuals compensate for the depression linked with usage?
i heard the atkins diet is a very effective diet, but there are a lot of severe health risks that come with it. some are dehydration, high blood pressure, and other things like that.
is there any way to lower the health risks while on the diet?
The heart is the symbol of strength, love and courage — the essence of a woman. In the informational series Picture of Health, get a glimpse at the ways a woman’s most vital organ can come under attack — because of Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes and Obesity. The 12-part series gives our female viewers (and the men who love them) information on living longer, healthier and stronger.
Omega-3’s and disease prevention
The more we learn about omega-3’s, the more amazing they seem: how can something so simple, so affordable, and so readily available be so good for us? Because of their anti-inflammatory properties, omega-3’s have been linked with prevention and treatment of a whole host of health problems, including:
Heart disease
Stroke
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Obesity
Arthritis
Osteoporosis Depression/bipolar disorders
Schizophrenia
Alzheimer’s
ADHD
Burns
Skin disorders
Asthma
Breast, colon, and prostate cancers
This list goes on and on.
My mom had high blood pressure, so my chances of getting it is more than an average person,
I’m male 15, 5’5, and weigh 145, each year I gain 10 pounds.
I don’t want to be skinny, I just want to be healthy.
It’s impossible for me to lose weight, my doctor said I should be 120.
All my fat is in my thighs and buttocks.
I am a compulsive eater.
I eat when I’m bored and over eat when I’m hungry.
Anybody, can you tell me what to do to lose the weight off my legs And what my diet should be,
I tried to throw up, I tried not eating, I tried to eat one day and not eat the other.
None of it work. Please, anybody, help me.
I am trouble finding the answer to this, I am getting mixed answers.What is the leading cause of high blood pressure in children?
A. Obesity
B. High Sodium Intake
C. Insufficient Calcium Intake
D. Insufficient Potassium Intake
I think it is A, but I need a reassurance. Thanks for the help!
Other than the normal stuff like high blood pressure and stuff like that, what dangers does obesity have when you are pregnant? And is it more difficult to get pregnant if you are obese than when you are a "normal" weight?