Obesity - Intervention Flashcards
1
Q
Weight management
A
To lose weight need to reduce energy intake below maintenance requirements
2
Q
Excess energy mostly stored …
A
In adipose tissue
= 7000kcal/kg
3
Q
Rate loss
A
If consume 1000kcal below req for 1 week = 1kg loss
Rapid loss - loss LBM instead fat
As body weight decreases so too does energy requirements
- continue at same rate, keep reducing energy intake
4
Q
Healthy weight loss
Diet must:
A
Provide all essential nutrients, vitamins, minerals + fluid to maintain health
Be flexible
Be acceptable to the patient
Long term - lead to change in habits
