Detox Obesity!

Challenging obesity is required for all our modern relationship with food. It’s definitely the gravest public health crisis which is less thought of being controlled. Obesity has become one of the neglected problems in the world. India is the third most obese country in the world where 22% of children are affected by it. It is said that 70% of the youth are affected by Obesity. Therefore, I decided to speak on “Teenage Obesity.” You can be considered Obese in simple terms if you are 15 kg extra in your peer group.

Before we start speaking about how a teenage obesity nurtures all kind of health issues. Let us all take a quick glance at the effect of obesity as a whole.

The occurrence of obesity is seen among 300 million people across the world. More prominent are the growing number of obese in India. One-fifth of the Indian women are obese with the age group of 15–49 percent. A disease marked by excessive deposition and storage of fat, with a BMI (Body mass index) of over 30. The risk factors that include are Coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, hypertension etc.

Keeping in mind the effects of obesity, I would like to specifically talk about teenage obesity where it can be a reason and has been a reason for severe growth potential. Not being able to be attentive in class or where ever required. Failing in coping up to sports, exercise, not fitting into the favourites clothes, feeling the physical uncomfortableness with your body, and, of course, the society’s say which includes our peer’s taunts and fun making sessions. These all make up the causes of being obese during our teenage days.

Teenage obesity is a puzzling disease. It often gets difficult to understand how the body controls weight even after a proper and limited diet maintenance. In a lay man’s definition obesity is caused due to an excessive amount of junk food consumption.

But the issue is not so simply caused. Obesity can be caused due to certain factors like-

Genes- Obesity may be passed down through families. Having even one obese parent may raise a child’s risk for it. It is definitely an environmental condition but 40% to 70% is heritability. Obesity is commonly classified into subgroups depending on suspected monogenic obesity (extremely severe obesity in the absence of developmental delays), syndromic obesity (clinically obese subjects additionally distinguished by mental retardation, dysmorphic features, and organ-specific developmental abnormalities), and polygenic or common obesity, which affects the general population (but may have associated health risks, such as increased risk of CVD).

Metabolism- Each person’s body uses energy differently. Metabolism and hormones affect everyone in a different way. They play a role in weight gain among teens. We now know that it is an endocrine organ, producing leptin, adiponectin, visfatin, resistin, apelin, etc which modulate metabolic processes in the body. Since obesity is associated with an increase in the adipose tissue mass, these hormones may be expected to be produced in increased concentrations and may thus have a significant impact on the macronutrient metabolism. obesity. This in result aids obesity through metabolism.

Socioeconomic factors- Economic status and obesity have a very strong connection. Obesity is more common among low-income people. In some places, people may have limited access to affordable healthy foods. Or they may not have a safe place to exercise. The knowledge is also less shared about the nutritious food which in result neglects the pangs of obesity.

Lifestyle choices- Overeating and an inactive lifestyle both contribute to obesity. A diet full of sugary, high-fat, and refined foods can lead to weight gain. So, lack of regular exercise. In children, watching TV and sitting at a computer can play a part of being obese among teenager. We cannot neglect the fact that obesity is caused due to a bad or no friend circle, loneliness, lack of confidence, lack of parents attention and support.

Obesity not only affects the physical presence but equally effects our health which can be further classified as the chronic High blood pressure and high cholesterol, it includes the risk of cardiovascular disease. Joint problems, musculoskeletal discomfort, breathing problems, fatty liver diseases, etc.

Weight management programmes are highly recommended to avoid further issues. It is very harmful to both the present and the future and neglecting the whole condition can only take it to worse. Obesity should be well treated before stepping into adulthood as it can cause higher risk factors like stroke, heart diseases. Obese children also face immediate health consequences and a drastic fall in willpower and self-confidence. More than being fat the psychological stress can hamper health to a severe level. Now let us look at the precautions which need to be taken to control, prevent and help teenage obesity.

1. Food habits.

2.Diet Counseling.

3. Physical activities. Most importantly exercise.

4. Behavior changes.

5. Therapies to focus on the undergoing mental conditions and societal challenges from the society.

6. Most importantly family support for the individual.

But as a growing teenager, you can always make sure to take care of your own selves and change the ongoing status of your body by practicing very easy steps and ways below only if you are keen on losing weight. Here is an easy practice list for teens on how to lose weight by only changing your simple food and living practices:

-change in eating junk food and sugary food- As a growing teenage variety of easy and fancy food is very tempting. But if you are sure about looking fit and being healthy than that is the first line you need to draw.

- tell your parents to stop pampering you with junk food which is also unhealthy. Firstly educate yourself about the pros and cons of being obese and then educate them as well.

- Avoid sitting in front of the television and viewing all kinds of junk food commercials. This will slowly reduce the temptations. Make sure to delete all kinds of food ordering applications from your phone and your parents as well. In case, you are blessed with the liberty of using their mobile phones.

- encourage yourself to eat healthy snacks which will aid in your health. Fresh fruits, nuts, roasted chana, greek yogurt, dry bhel are very good and healthy munching habits.

- Learn the art of cooking which can help you to eat healthy food. Cooking is no uphill task and the best part is you have control over what and how you eat. Easy omlettes with semi-fried tomatoes, potatoes, cheese is a great standby meal for teens with makes an awesome and healthy meal for your body and taste buds. Smoothies are also a great and healthy thirst and hunger quenching recipes. It is fruit packed in nature and is mid-afternoon booster. Cakes is an easy way of starting your hand off in the kitchen. It is a fancy dish with lots of healthy added benefits. Sugarfree banana cake, choco chunk are easily made items. A quick sandwich is another stomach filling and quick hunger recipe. Some easy cut slices of fresh vegetables and cheese stuffed between loaves of bread can be a quick savory for your tummy.

- Only eating is never sufficient for a healthy body, exercising is very important. To lose weight, you need to be super active. You will build muscle tissues, which needs to be burned adequately. You need to choose diverse activities in order to take care and keep a check on yourself. Go for walking, play outdoor games with your group, join a sports club, Take up activities like running, jogging and much more.

Keeping all these in mind as a fitness advisor and trainer I will highly recommend you to get in touch with a nutritionist and an exercise specialist. And yes you are in the right place for the most accurate solutions. #GetfitwithLopa makes your goals realistic and achievable with the modest cutting of calories and changing food habits. We make sure to focus on your age, weight, height and proper diet plan to bring the best with your body shape followed by sound health. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with me and let’s #getfitwithLopa.

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