Obesity can increase the risk of diseases and other health problems like cardiac disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Here are some precautions you need to follow.
A recent study conducted by the University of Toronto has revealed that obesity is strongly linked to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in never-smokers.
A new study published in the journal BMJ Open has revealed that besides genetic factors, mother's weight can directly influence a child's body mass index (BMI) in adolescence.
Having too much of weight or too less of it can actually be fatal and cause death, shows this recent study. Hence, be careful and try to maintain a moderate body mass index to avoid falling prey to fatal conditions.
Did you know why a carbohydrate rich diet induces obesity in some and not in others? Find it out here.
Leptin is released in the body in response to an adequate meal and fat storage, and plays a crucial role in the regulation of body weight and energy balance. It circulates in the blood and binds to the receptors in the brain which produces a feeling of satiety or fullness.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Ayurveda believes in a holistic way of living. When dealing with obesity, Ayurveda believes in solving the problem from its roots and not just superficially.
PhotosOverweight and obesity cause more deaths worldwide than underweight. Globally there are more people who are obese than underweight.
No, don't get us wrong we are not criticising the Indian diet even one bit. It is one of the healthiest diets you can have and recommended by experts globally to lose weight and keep blood sugar in control, only if it is done CORRECTLY.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Pay heed to what these doctors have to advise on obesity and lifetsyle changes.
Here are the top chronic conditions that obesity brings along to your health.
PhotosWorld Obesity Day, 2018: Here are top 5 facts that you should know about obesity.
Here is all you need to know about World Obesity Day. Wish you a happy one.
Instead of using the gadgets and devices to our maximum benefit we are becoming a slave to them and it shows in our expanding girth. No wonder that obesity and diabetes are the two epidemics that is spreading like a wildfire among Indians.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Obesity can impact different areas of your life: your physical health, emotional status, sexual relationships, spiritual well being included.
Taking up small tasks like mopping the floor or washing the dishes not only burn calories but also exercise different parts of your body and doing these on a regular basis can keep you agile and also in shape.
Dr Suruchi Goyal Agarwal, Consultant Pediatrics, Columbia Asia Hospital Whitefield, tells you how to prevent childhood obesity.
You may be gulping down diet drinks with artificial sugar substitutes with the hope of weight loss and keeping diseases away. But here's why you are completely wrong.
Body Mass Index or BMI could be an indicator of several diseases and conditions including your mental health. That's why it's important to calculate and understand your BMI.
Everyone needs a break during the weekend. But that doesn't mean you give your healthy habits a break. We need to change our bad weekend habits ASAP for good health.
Everyone needs a break during the weekend. But that doesn t mean you give your healthy habits a break. We need to change our bad weekend habits ASAP for good health.
In a study of more than 4000 children, weight gain in the first three years was found to affect the development of their lungs and the risk of asthma by the age of 10.
Yes, that's the news coming from a group of researchers who collected the data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention's "500 Cities" project.
Can eating a fruit help you prevent obesity? This new research says yes! Camu Camu is an Amazonian fruit with plenty of health benefits. Now there's one more reason to eat this fruit.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Ayurveda believes in a holistic way of living. When dealing with obesity, Ayurveda believes in solving the problem from its roots and not just superficially.
No, don't get us wrong we are not criticising the Indian diet even one bit. It is one of the healthiest diets you can have and recommended by experts globally to lose weight and keep blood sugar in control, only if it is done CORRECTLY.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Pay heed to what these doctors have to advise on obesity and lifetsyle changes.
Here are the top chronic conditions that obesity brings along to your health.
Here is all you need to know about World Obesity Day. Wish you a happy one.
Instead of using the gadgets and devices to our maximum benefit we are becoming a slave to them and it shows in our expanding girth. No wonder that obesity and diabetes are the two epidemics that is spreading like a wildfire among Indians.
World Obesity Day is observed on October 11. Obesity can impact different areas of your life: your physical health, emotional status, sexual relationships, spiritual well being included.
Taking up small tasks like mopping the floor or washing the dishes not only burn calories but also exercise different parts of your body and doing these on a regular basis can keep you agile and also in shape.
Dr Suruchi Goyal Agarwal, Consultant Pediatrics, Columbia Asia Hospital Whitefield, tells you how to prevent childhood obesity.
You may be gulping down diet drinks with artificial sugar substitutes with the hope of weight loss and keeping diseases away. But here's why you are completely wrong.
Body Mass Index or BMI could be an indicator of several diseases and conditions including your mental health. That's why it's important to calculate and understand your BMI.
Everyone needs a break during the weekend. But that doesn't mean you give your healthy habits a break. We need to change our bad weekend habits ASAP for good health.
Everyone needs a break during the weekend. But that doesn t mean you give your healthy habits a break. We need to change our bad weekend habits ASAP for good health.
In a study of more than 4000 children, weight gain in the first three years was found to affect the development of their lungs and the risk of asthma by the age of 10.
Yes, that's the news coming from a group of researchers who collected the data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention's "500 Cities" project.
Can eating a fruit help you prevent obesity? This new research says yes! Camu Camu is an Amazonian fruit with plenty of health benefits. Now there's one more reason to eat this fruit.
Researchers led by Dr Jonathan Johnston from the University of Surrey investigated the impact changing meal times has on dietary intake, body composition and blood risk markers for diabetes and heart disease.
A new study of 12000 individuals found that weight loss medicines like lorcaserin are safe for your heart in long term.
Children and teenagers whose mothers follow healthy habits are 75 per cent less likely to suffer from obesity.
Drinking water while having your favourite sweet treat may give you a bigger sugar spike than what's considered healthy, says researchers.
Those who are overweight with a genetic predisposition may be able to lose their weight slowly by changing their lifestyles.
