Obesity

Obesity is a chronic disease that is associated with many health conditions, some of them seemingly unrelated. Here are just some of the comorbidities that may be the result of, or may worsen the symptoms of having obesity. Type 2 Diabetes Diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes is one of the possible comorbidities of obesity.  Type 1 diabetes appears […]

Obesity, or what is called the “silent epidemic”, has been found to have affected some 27 million Filipinos. As of November 2022, the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) has observed a spike in the prevalence of obesity in the Philippines, particularly in kids and adults. The 2021 Expanded National Nutrition Survey […]

People process food differently. Sometimes, people on strict diets barely lose any weight while others eat junk food every day and hardly gain a single pound. There are many factors that come into play such as genetics and lifestyle. But could a fast or slow metabolism play a role, as many believe? What Is Metabolism? Metabolism is […]

Who hasn't shied away from the weighing scale at some point in their life? For the most part, we see weight gain as the product of excessive food consumption, making it a sensitive topic of discussion. However, could there be more to obesity than eating too much? Is obesity genetic? This article digs deeper into […]

One of the major health problems worldwide is obesity. Even in developed countries, rates of obesity are particularly high because there aren’t really any effective pharmacological interventions for it until recently. But over time, medicine has evolved to devise ways for hunger to be curbed and to signal to the brain that the stomach has […]

Just as there are healthy sources of carbohydrates and protein, there are also good sources of fats. What are good fats? And can they help with obesity? Find out here.  Not All Fats Are Bad If you want to have a healthier diet, one of your first instincts is to steer clear of fatty foods. And while […]

Obesity is a serious disease that affects more and more people each year. Over time, being obese can lead to problems such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart problems. Though, how would a person know if they are obese? Is there an obesity calculator that they can use, or would they need to visit their doctor […]

The normal body mass index (BMI) is 18.5 to less than 25. A BMI of 25 or greater is a cause for concern because being overweight or obese increases the risk of many diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart attack, and stroke.  Obesity has three categories: Class 1: BMI of 30 to less than 35 Class […]

It's no secret that a lot of people struggle with weight loss. While it is true that weight loss can be done with diet and exercise, not everyone has the discipline and the time to focus on these things. This is the reason why fat burning pills remain very popular. This begs the question of whether […]

Obesity is not always caused because of a bad lifestyle, it can also be because of a number of other factors including family history, medical history, etc. With the help of a healthy lifestyle, you will be able to prevent diseases caused by being overweight. You can also take the help of appropriate medications and […]