Overcoming Obesity
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Video Description:Obesity can lead to a plethora of unhealthy consequences, but the good news is that it can be eliminated with some lifestyle changes.
Transcript:A fresh salad for lunch. A brisk walk in the park after dinner…It’s simple, smart decisions like these that can help overcome obesity. Obesity is a chronic condition characterized by excess body fat. Nearly 70 million Americans are classified as obese. And that’s bad news, because there is a direct link between obesity and a plethora of serious health maladies, including heart attacks, strokes and certain types of cancer. The good news is that reducing your body weight by just 5 to 10 percent can improve health and well-being significantly! That means if you weigh 200 pounds, losing just 10 to 20 pounds can make a difference. The most effective treatments for obesity use a four-pronged approach to modify a patient’s weight: physical activity, diet, behavior, and, when needed, medicine. Reducing daily caloric intake is the first step in combating obesity. Speak with your doctor or a nutritionist to learn how to plan healthy meals and snacks. In general, it is important to reduce sweetened beverages, increase fruits and vegetables, lessen portion sizes, and eat whole foods. It is also smart to learn how to read and understand food labels. It can be immensely helpful to keep a food diary, recording what you eat, when you eat it, and how much you eat. Often, just jotting down what you consume can help you cut back. Adding an exercise plan to your healthy diet will not only help take weight off it will help you keep it off. That’s because burning calories builds muscle. And the more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns – even when you’re not moving! But don’t jump into training for a 5K-run! Build up your stamina by slowly increasing your daily activity. Park further away from the mall entrance. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Or just walk in place while you're watching televison. Once you feel ready, find an athletic activity you enjoy, like biking around the park, taking a dance class, or running with your dog. No matter which activity you choose, get the maximum benefit by scheduling at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. You’ll find it easier to lose weight, if you stay motivated. Set up little goals on the path toward a healthier you, and reward yourself each time you reach one. If you have health problems related to your obesity, your doctor may recommend medication as a way to lose weight, in addition to diet and exercise. Three common options are orlistat, phentermine and sibutramine. Orlistat, also marketed under the brand name Xenical, blocks 30 percent of dietary fat from being absorbed by the body. Phentermine and sibutramine both suppress appetite. Sibutranmine is marketed under the brand names Meridia and Reductil. A diagnosis of obesity can feel overwhelming, but there is help for this condition. Healthy lifestyle changes and a doctor’s care can help obese people lose weight and feel great! Obesity is a serious matter. If you have concerns about your weight or health, please make an appointment to see your doctor immediately.
Category:Diabetes/Obesity
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