08/06/2026
OBESITY MANAGEMENT
Beyond Weight Loss: Building Better Health
What is Obesity? Obesity is a chronic, relapsing disease characterized by excess body fat that can negatively impact health and increase the risk of several medical conditions.
OBESITY: THE FACTS
π More than 1 billion people worldwide are living with obesity.
π Obesity increases the risk of:
Type 2 Diabetes
Hypertension
Heart Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Sleep Apnea
Certain Cancers
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A weight loss of 5β10% can significantly improve metabolic health.
COMMON CAUSES
π Excess calorie intake
π Physical inactivity
𧬠Genetic predisposition
π΄ Poor sleep quality
π Chronic stress
π Certain medications
π Sedentary lifestyle
COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
βοΈ Progressive weight gain
π΄ Fatigue and low energy
π¨ Breathlessness during activity
𦡠Joint pain and reduced mobility
πͺ Snoring or sleep disturbances
π Reduced self-confidence and emotional well-being
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
π₯ Follow a balanced, nutrient-dense diet
πΆ Be physically active for at least 150 minutes/week
π§ Stay adequately hydrated
π΄ Aim for 7β9 hours of quality sleep
π§ Practice stress management
π Monitor weight and waist circumference regularly
MY PLATE FOR WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
50% Plate
π₯¬ Vegetables & Fruits
Variety of colourful vegetables
Seasonal fruits
25% Plate
πΎ Whole Grains
Brown rice
Millets
Whole wheat
Oats
25% Plate
π₯ Protein Sources
Pulses & legumes
Fish
Eggs
Lean chicken
Paneer/Tofu
Limit
β Sugary beverages β Ultra-processed foods β Excess salt and added sugar
LIFESTYLE TIPS
β Eat mindfully
β Avoid skipping meals
β Choose home-cooked foods more often
β Include strength training 2β3 times weekly
β Set realistic and sustainable goals