Diet & Nutrition

Obesity

Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to an extent that it may have a negative effect on health. People are generally considered obese when their body mass index (BMI), a measurement obtained by dividing a person's weight by the square of the person's height, is over 30 kg/m2; the range 25–30 kg/m2 is defined as overweight. Some East Asian countries use lower values. Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases and conditions, particularly cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, osteoarthritis, and depression.

Obesity is most commonly caused by a combination of excessive food intake, lack of physical activity, and genetic susceptibility. A few cases are caused primarily by genes, endocrine disorders, medications, or mental disorder. The view that obese people eat little yet gain weight due to a slow metabolism is not medically supported. On average, obese people have greater energy expenditure than their normal counterparts due to the energy required to maintain an increased body mass.

 

AM I OVER WEIGHT?

A simple weight assessment using Body Mass Index (BMI).

BMI, or Body Mass Index, calculates one's mass per unit of surface area. Due to this, those with a high proportion of muscle (for example, athletes) may have a very high BMI.

However, this is no indication of their fitness or of their general health. Furthermore, some critics argue that age isn't taken into consideration.

DIET MANAGEMENT FOR:

• Weight Gain.
• Weight Loss.
• PCOD.
• Diabetes.
• Diabetic Renal Problem.
• Cholesterol Management High Uric Acid.
• Thyroid Disorders.
• Healthy Tiffin’s Plan for School Going Kids.
• Weight Management Plan for Obese Kids.
• Diet for Teenagers.
• Patients with Depression, Anxiety.
• Acid Reflux.

Myths & Fact

MYTH: My Acidity Will Improve If I Skip My Meals.

Fact: Small meals at frequent intervals help in controlling acid reflux.

MYTH: Sour Food Items Increase Acidity.

Fact: Sour food items do not essentially increase acidity. In-fact, vitamin C containing foods like orange,lemon, and Alma etc.may help controlling acidity.

MYTH: Sugar Causes Diabetes.

Fact: The most common nutrition myth is probably that sugar causes diabetes. If you have diabetes, you do need to watch your sugar and carbohydrate intake, with the help of your dietitian, to properly manage your blood sugar level. However, if you do not have diabetes, sugar intake will not cause you to develop the disease. The main risk factors for type 2 diabetes are a diet high in calories, being overweight, and an inactive lifestyle.

MYTH: Slimming Pills Are Safe For Weight Loss.

Fact: All slimming tablets are not effective or safe to use to lose weight. Un-prescribed, unlicensed weight loss product available in the market may contain ingredients that are harmful to health. If you are concerned about your weight, consult a experienced dietician or doctor healthy weight loss.

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Benefits of Watermelon

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• Protect against cancer
• Protect against Infections
• Cures heart problems
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How to Reduce Stress

Now a day stress can become an inevitable part of our lives and hence it causes profound impact on our heath, mind and body. Do you know "Right Kind of Food" helps in decreasing your stress levels.

Some Stress Relieving

Dark Chocolate: It contains chemical called 'Anandamide' which stress and give good foods.

Flaxseed: Rich source of magnesium; this releases happy chemicals like ' Serotonin' also in antioxidants.

Coffee: This contains caffeine. If taken in right amount releases neurotransmitter which reduces mental stress.