Obesity Flashcards
Causes💚Is a result of many complex factors, such as overeating, poor die and bad eating habits, (Regular consumption of high-calorie foods and compulsive eating disorders) unhealthy lifestyles: excessive speel, lack of exercise, inadequate physical activity, regular use of medicationa; genetic factor; Hormonal, Metabolic and psychological factors.
Effects:leads to shorter life span, breathing problems, posture problems, increased risk of disbetes, increased risk of heart attacks , limited choice of clothing, feeling of embarrassment,lower self-esteem, even possible discrimination in job market.
How to prevent💚: Following a balanced diet, choosing healthier cooking methods like steaming and boiling, cutting down on carbohydrates and sugar,
LIMITING FAT INTAKE BY AVOIDING DEEP FRIED FOOD. Eating wholesome meals to prevent obesity,
Using medical weight-loss therapies, prescribed medications
Containing a lot of fat
Fatty
A nutritional diagram shaped like a pyramid
Food guide pyramid
Ideal weight
Healthy weight
Inactive, lacking energy
Sluggish, Sluggishness
The act of consuming too much food
Overeating
A lifestyle involving no or little exercice
Sedentary lifestyle
Ideal body weight
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Overweight
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A label contains information about the nutritional value
Food labelling
A measure of whether someone is over/under weight
Body mass index
