Life Style Suggestions
Suggestions especially for Diabetes & High Blood Pressure related issues
The prevalence ofobesityis rising to epidemic proportions at an alarming rate in developed and developing countries worldwide. Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes now account for a large number of deaths each year worldwide. The twin epidemics of obesity and diabetes already represent the biggest public health challenge of the 21st century. Being overweight or obese seriously increases an individual's risk of developing other health problems such as diabetes, coronary heart disease, strokes and some forms of cancer. Of these, Diabetes is the most preventable consequence of obesity.
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Although obesity can affect anyone, the main risk factors are high-fat, high-energy dense diets & physical inactivity. We should promote the importance of eating a low-fat, lowenergy-dense diet & participating in physical activity to reduce the risks of becoming overweight or obese. It is estimated that at least half of all adult-onset diabetes patients would become normal if they control their weight.
Benefits of Weight Loss
Disease Diabetes
Benefits Weight loss of more than 5 kg decreases the risk of developing diabetes by 50%. Weight loss of 5-10% improves glucose control, sometimes allowing reduction or even medication withdrawal. Weight loss leads to a reduction in diabetes-related mortality.
Every 1 kg fall in weight leads to a falling in BP of 1-2 mm Hg. Weight loss leads to a fall in LDL cholesterol and Triglycerides (Bad lipids) and an increase in HDL Cholesterol (Good lipids).