lecture 4 - role of diet in disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are the benefits of weight loss?
A
Decreasedd risk of diabetes/cancer, reduced blood pressure, improved lipid profile, improved mobility
2
Q
What is the obesogenic environment?
A
An environment that is not conducive to weight loss, and supports and promotes obesity via:
car promotion, fast food stores, marketing, large portions, decreased access to parks/nature
