what is Obesity
Obesity often results from taking in more calories than are burned by exercise and normal daily activities.
Obesity occurs when a person’s body mass index is 25 or greater. Excessive body fat increases the risk of serious health problems.
The mainstay of treatment is lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
Ayurveda View of Obesity
The accumulation of the excess amount of fat in our body is what we call obesity – ‘Medoroga’ in Ayurveda. According to Ayurveda, both underweight and overweight highlight the imbalance of Doshas – Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Overweight or obesity in most people results predominantly due to Kapha-type dosha.
what is the cause of Obesity?
Obesity is generally caused by eating too much and moving too little. If you consume high amounts of energy, particularly fat and sugars, but do not burn off the energy through exercise and physical activity, much of the surplus energy will be stored by the body as fat.
Symptoms of Obesity
- Eating disorders.
- Fatty tissue deposits (may be noticeable in the breast area)
- The appearance of stretch marks on the hips and back.
- Acanthosis nigricans (dark velvety skin around the neck and other areas)
- Shortness of breath with physical activity4
- Sleep apnea4
Ayurvedic Treatment of Obesity
Deep, dry massages with herbal powders and pastes (Udwarthanam), synchronized massage with specific oils (Abhyanga), and herbal steam bath helps mobilize the accumulated fat; whereas specially designed diet and yoga programs prevent its further accumulation.
Home Remedies for Obesity
- Add Protein to Your Diet. When it comes to weight loss, protein is the king of nutrients. …
- Eat Whole, Single-Ingredient Foods. …
- Avoid Processed Foods. …
- Stock Up on Healthy Foods and Snacks. …
- Limit Your Intake of Added Sugar. …
- Drink Water. …
- Drink (Unsweetened) Coffee. …
- Supplement With Glucomannan.
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