Obesity And Weight Loss Flashcards
What is overweight and obesity
They are defined as excessive fat accumulated hat may impact health
What’s energy balance
When energy input and output are equal- then energy balance is even
If we burn off all the calories we consume then our weight is likely to remain the same
What are physical health issues
Respiratory problems
Pressure on heart
Type 2 diabetes
Lack of mobility
lack of stamina
Joint problems
What are mental health issues
Feeling insecure
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship problems
Ways of reducing the risk of obesity
Following a healthy diet
Keep our energy balance the same
Portion control
Exercise more
Explain “ following a healthy diet”
Use eatwell guide- 8 tips
Include foods that are high in fibre (these keep us full for longer)
Explain “ energy balance even”
Input must equal output for weight control
Explain “portion control”
Be aware of how much u eat
Proportion size helps to restrict less calorie intake
Explain “exercise more”
Exercise burns calories also we are less likely to gain weight
What’s the recommended time that an adolescent should spend each day exercising
60minutes (1hour)
What’s total fat
Any type of fat, healthy or unhealthy
What’s saturated fat
Unhealthy fats which increases levels of cholesterol
What’s monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
Healthy fats which maintain levels of cholesterol in the blood
What cholesterol
A waxy, fat like substance that is presented in all body cells
What does cholesterol do
helps to make hormones also help digest food
