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Category: Obesity

5 Severe Diseases Caused by Obesity and Weight Gain

In today’s world, self-love can often become an excuse for overindulgence when it comes to food and consequently lead to weight gain. But if you think that obesity is not a big deal, think again. It is a silent disease that comes with several severe complications including diabetes, certain cancers, and heart attacks. Owing to ...

Back to Basics! Unravelling the Real Reasons Why We Put on Weight!

Unable to see any difference after weeks of eating only salad, soup and protein bars? Tired of sweating it out in the gym but not able to see any difference in inches? Wondering why some people do not put on weight despite binge eating? Unable to see any difference after weeks of eating only salad, ...

Tagged with obesity? Get to know your Body Mass Index (BMI)

Bothered when people call you plump, fat, heavy, well, don’t just take all the blame yet. What you may need is to start with understanding your BMI. BMI, which is Body Mass Index, is one of the scientific methods to measure obesity and evaluate obesity-related health risks. It is a simple DIY way to know ...
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If obesity has been playing tough, it is time for you to get expert advice: 10 questions you may want to discuss with your doctor about obesity 

Obesity is thought to be a consequence of poor lifestyle choices. It is often believed to be about how much you eat and how little you move. Scientifically, it may not be true. In order to understand about obesity, you may need to start talking to the expert.    Obesity is a complex disease with increasing population becoming a victim to this condition. There ...
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It’s not lack of your willpower: Obesity is a recognized disease, a manageable one with many causes

The prevalence of obesity is rising worldwide. In India, it is increasing faster than the global average. This rise in obesity-affected persons may not be all due to a loss of willpower. Will power should not be considered a sole responsible for weight; it depends on many internal and external factors.     A generally accepted perception is that obese people are entirely responsible for their condition. However, it does not hold any ground in reality. Obesity has many causes, some of which are beyond the control ...