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BEATING OBESITY!
(This Blog post is a support to Agent Jake Baird new topic on Obesity. I hope it would make a difference even if it is not my original article.)
MANILA, Philippines—Obesity has taken center stage in the healthcare industry over the recent years. With the increasing number of overweight to obese people worldwide, the understanding of the disease and all the medical complications it brings has been greater than ever before.
Obesity is now more of a life and death issue rather than just simply looking “bad.”
Misconceptions
There is a misconception that obesity is simply just going beyond one’s ideal weight in terms of pounds and inches. Studies have shown that obesity leads to a number of serious heath conditions like diabetes, hypertension, infertility and heart disease. These collective health risks can therefore cause obese people to have a shorter life span as compared to non-obese individuals.
According to Philippine Obesity Control Surgery Team (POCST), obese people are in a much higher risk to develop type 2 diabetes. This type of diabetes is a result of a high blood sugar level. POCST also highlights how obesity can lead to early heart attacks. Heart attacks become 5 to 7 times more probable and knows no age. Other cardiovascular complications are also brought about by obesity, especially among older adults.
Other misconceptions are that certain illnesses are solely attributed to negative lifestyle habits like excessive alcohol intake, cigarette smoking and stress. Cirrhosis of the liver is a complication normally associated with alcoholics. But it is another red flag for people battling obesity. This is because of the added stress on the liver as a result of insulin resistance and the excess fat.
Health risks
Lack of sleep used to be seen as a disorder brought about by stress and environmental factors, but the recent studies have shown that sleeping disorders like sleep apnea can also be caused by obesity. Sleep deprivation can lead one person to have a low energy level which deters them from doing physical activities during the day and ultimately gain more weight. This cycle traps an obese person even more.
Unfortunately, even if an obese person decides to do a complete lifestyle overhaul like eating healthier, stopping vices and begin exercising, it sometimes is not enough. Deciding to lead a healthier lifestyle is a good start but obesity cannot be cured all by one’s self.
Should a person suffering from obesity decide to do an exercise regimen, certain physical conditions will not allow him/her to do so. Osteoarthritis is a condition wherein weight-bearing joints like the ankles, knees and hips become more susceptible to premature wear and tear because of the additional pressure in supporting the excess weight.
The threats that obesity can bring to a person does not end with these conditions. Aside from the direct health risks, certain types of cancer like ovarian and colon cancers are even more difficult to treat.
The chances of surviving obesity are very slim if not acted upon immediately. For morbidly obese people, exercise and strict diet regimes have little or no effect in reducing weight. People should bear in mind that obesity is not only about overeating, but also about genetics, hereditary background and the environmental that the person finds him/herself in.
A fighting chance
Thankfully, modern science has paved the way for people suffering from morbid or clinically significant obesity to have a fighting chance. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding is a procedure wherein a gastric band is placed on the stomach pouch to restrict food intake. This procedure has been a successful and safe way to fight obesity when dieting and exercise don’t do the trick.
The dietary habits are changed after the laparoscopic surgery because it gives the person the feeling of being full even after a light meal. Weight is therefore kept off and more important a healthier lifestyle is achieved. This procedure and its strict program afterward ultimately reduce all the health hazards of obesity. The surgery has less than 1 percent morbidity and 0.05 percent mortality, making it a relatively safe and completely reversible procedure.
The procedure promotes sustainable weight loss and a healthier lifestyle as the patient becomes habituated to eating less. However, keep in mind that it is still best to consult with a doctor before undergoing any medical procedure to determine if you are a viable candidate for the operation.
SOURCE: http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/lifestyle/lifestyle/view/200806...
Guys! PLease leave your comments below.
MANILA, Philippines—Obesity has taken center stage in the healthcare industry over the recent years. With the increasing number of overweight to obese people worldwide, the understanding of the disease and all the medical complications it brings has been greater than ever before.
Obesity is now more of a life and death issue rather than just simply looking “bad.”
Misconceptions
There is a misconception that obesity is simply just going beyond one’s ideal weight in terms of pounds and inches. Studies have shown that obesity leads to a number of serious heath conditions like diabetes, hypertension, infertility and heart disease. These collective health risks can therefore cause obese people to have a shorter life span as compared to non-obese individuals.
According to Philippine Obesity Control Surgery Team (POCST), obese people are in a much higher risk to develop type 2 diabetes. This type of diabetes is a result of a high blood sugar level. POCST also highlights how obesity can lead to early heart attacks. Heart attacks become 5 to 7 times more probable and knows no age. Other cardiovascular complications are also brought about by obesity, especially among older adults.
Other misconceptions are that certain illnesses are solely attributed to negative lifestyle habits like excessive alcohol intake, cigarette smoking and stress. Cirrhosis of the liver is a complication normally associated with alcoholics. But it is another red flag for people battling obesity. This is because of the added stress on the liver as a result of insulin resistance and the excess fat.
Health risks
Lack of sleep used to be seen as a disorder brought about by stress and environmental factors, but the recent studies have shown that sleeping disorders like sleep apnea can also be caused by obesity. Sleep deprivation can lead one person to have a low energy level which deters them from doing physical activities during the day and ultimately gain more weight. This cycle traps an obese person even more.
Unfortunately, even if an obese person decides to do a complete lifestyle overhaul like eating healthier, stopping vices and begin exercising, it sometimes is not enough. Deciding to lead a healthier lifestyle is a good start but obesity cannot be cured all by one’s self.
Should a person suffering from obesity decide to do an exercise regimen, certain physical conditions will not allow him/her to do so. Osteoarthritis is a condition wherein weight-bearing joints like the ankles, knees and hips become more susceptible to premature wear and tear because of the additional pressure in supporting the excess weight.
The threats that obesity can bring to a person does not end with these conditions. Aside from the direct health risks, certain types of cancer like ovarian and colon cancers are even more difficult to treat.
The chances of surviving obesity are very slim if not acted upon immediately. For morbidly obese people, exercise and strict diet regimes have little or no effect in reducing weight. People should bear in mind that obesity is not only about overeating, but also about genetics, hereditary background and the environmental that the person finds him/herself in.
A fighting chance
Thankfully, modern science has paved the way for people suffering from morbid or clinically significant obesity to have a fighting chance. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding is a procedure wherein a gastric band is placed on the stomach pouch to restrict food intake. This procedure has been a successful and safe way to fight obesity when dieting and exercise don’t do the trick.
The dietary habits are changed after the laparoscopic surgery because it gives the person the feeling of being full even after a light meal. Weight is therefore kept off and more important a healthier lifestyle is achieved. This procedure and its strict program afterward ultimately reduce all the health hazards of obesity. The surgery has less than 1 percent morbidity and 0.05 percent mortality, making it a relatively safe and completely reversible procedure.
The procedure promotes sustainable weight loss and a healthier lifestyle as the patient becomes habituated to eating less. However, keep in mind that it is still best to consult with a doctor before undergoing any medical procedure to determine if you are a viable candidate for the operation.
SOURCE: http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/lifestyle/lifestyle/view/200806...
Guys! PLease leave your comments below.
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Comment by Nicole Catanese-Wilkinson on March 11, 2010 at 6:10am
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"People should bear in mind that obesity is not only about overeating, but also about genetics, hereditary background and the environmental that the person finds him/herself in"
Thank you for stating this - I feel it is not said nearly enough and people have the misconception that fat people are just lazy and stuffing their faces with Twinkies.
However the costs for getting such surgeries are expensive, and often not covered by people's medical insurances....which deter many from having a live saving procedure that could better their entire lives.
Fat bashing is the last form of socially accepted hate. Obese people are discriminated against in all forms of society, jobs, insurance, dating, even travel....
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Comment by Shakwei Mbindyo on March 11, 2010 at 6:18am
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In Africa, we do not look at overweight poeple as overweight in the "western" sense i.e it does not have negative connotations. Although this is good for body image issues, it is proving a "health hazard" with increased prevelance of diabetes, high blood pressure, etc
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Comment by Edrian on March 11, 2010 at 10:10am
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To Nicole:
You're right. Such procedure can't be afford by everyone. However, if you haven't notice yet, those with obesity problem almost came from well-off families. This surgery isn't just like a liposuction that gives you better shape only. This surgery gives you healthier life style as well.
With regards to those who can't afford surgery such this, an extensive diet and exercise procedure should be done. Plus, 101% conviction to what you are about to do to beat obesity.
Anyway, thanks for opening that matter. Really thankful! This is a kiss for you. *tsup*.. Hehehe...
Hope to hear more from you. ^_^
Shakwei:
THanks for that insight.
However, even if obesity isn't a bad or big issue in Africa, one can realize that his/her obesity is being a burden to him/her. Right? THanks again. Hope to hear more from you. This is your kiss. *Tsup*.. hehehe... THanks again.
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Comment by Jake Baird on March 11, 2010 at 1:30pm
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I did enjoy reading your article. I agree that it is not just overeating. It's multiple different things all happening at once that has allowed it to increase so quickly. +1 Knowledge Share.
☆Agent Baird☆ ツ
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THank you Agent Baird!
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Comment by Mr C². on March 11, 2010 at 2:18pm
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a lot is being said about obesity...
Already mentioned elsewhere, but if you have 20': watch this!
http://www.ted.com/talks/jamie_oliver.html
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Thanks for sharing Christophe. I enjoyed it. You guys should check that too...
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"However, if you haven't notice yet, those with obesity problem almost came from well-off families."
That is where I disagree....Yes a larger girth is historically seen as a sign of wealth....from my eyes I see the obesity problem is more prevelant in families who are from lower income households because they cannot afford the foods that are healthy. Their choices are dependant on their budget, and when the grocers jack up the prices of the good, fresh foods and make the canned, processesed ones cheaper....the lower income people suffer....as do the lower income children.
Then they get caught in a loop....Too heavy, too unhealthy, and also too poor to do everything they can....and it doesn't help when you have those who have a slimmer waistline that feel it is okay and "empowering" to humiliate and slam the obese person to break their mind and spirit...sort of a way to keep them down...depressed which leads to more bad choices....
Not saying no one else is right either....just basing things on my own personal observation.
I did enjoy this video though....very very enlightening!
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I totally agree with that. Wow. I am so glad you shared your viewpoint Nicole! This is why I am forming an obesity discussion group weekly. To hear everyone's opinion and find a way to find a solution.
☆Agent Baird☆ ツ
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YOu do have a point Nicole. THanks. Thanks. THanks. But, here in the Philippines, those who came from poor families dont have have any porblems on abesity but rather to Malnutrition( though obesity is a form of malnutrition too). What i mean is that, those poor families suffer from hunger and poverty. They dont have the tendency to have gain more weight.( Where should the weights came from if they dont have anything to eat?)
THanks Nicole. This is really a great discussion. I hope many will participate too.
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