Question

can you give detail to a health problem that negatively impacts a particular subpopulation

Answer 1

Obesity in Hispanic population

Obesity and over weight are a major concern in Hispanic/ Latin American subpopulation. Both men and women have the problem of overweight. High obesity rates are found in Hispanic/latin Americans than other communities or groups. Even children and adolescents are obese. Obesity in this population leads to heart diseases, diabetes, hypertension, stroke, hormonal problems. Obesity is one of the major cause of death in Hispanic population.

The cultural preference about the body size affects the body weight of the population to a great deal. The people prefer a more plumper body over the lean body. They prefer large round figure to be more attractive. They believe that heavy body weight implies to their good health and wealth. The another reason behind high obesity rate is sedentary lifestyle and eating habits. Hispanic diet mainly consists of fat, starch and carbohydrate which are main cause of weight gain.

Complications associated with obesity include :

• Heart problems
• Hypertension
• Diabetes
• Stroke
• Hotmonal problems like hypo or hyperthyroidism
• Infertility
• Musculoskeletal problems like osteoarthritis
• GIT problems like constipation and flatulence