Curing Obesity

Paper Summary:

This paper examines how obesity is a very common condition characterized by excessive deposition of fat in the adipose tissues. It looks at how there are many approaches to dieting and many claims about great success with various fad diets which include calorie restriction, low-fat/high-fiber, or high protein and fat/low carbohydrates. It also discusses the importance of exercise.

Outline:
Measurement of Obesity
How to Lose Weight?
Calorie Restriction
Low-Fat and High-Fiber Diets
High-Protein Diets
Exercise
Changing Sedentary Habits

From the Paper:

"Calorie restriction has been the cornerstone of obesity treatment. One pound of fat equals about 3500 calories. Very-low calorie diets have also been associated with better success, but extreme diets can have some serious health consequences. Fat intake should be no more than 30% of total calories. Most fats should be in the form of monounsaturated fats (such as olive oil). Saturated fats (found in animal products) should be avoided. Severe dieting has unpleasant side effects, including fatigue, intolerance to cold, hair loss, gallstone formation and menstrual irregularities. Those whose diet includes high intake of fluids and much reduced protein and sodium are at risk for hyponatremia, causing fatigue, confusion, dizziness, and in extreme cases, coma. "

Sample of Sources Used:

• http://www.who.int/topics/obesity/en/
• Overcoming Childhood Obesity (Paperback) by Colleen Thompson (Author), Ellen Shanley (Author)
• Handbook of Obesity Treatment by Thomas A. Wadden and Albert J. Stunkard
• Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Obesity in Youth: Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment by J. Kevin Thompson and Linda Smolak (Hardcover - May 2001)

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