Obesity is a very biggest problem now in the society. Obese
means that a person ’s weight is greater than what’s considered
healthy for his or her height.
It is causes several major health issues like diabetes,
cardiovascular disease, cancer, etc.practice good nutrition in life
style is important to main normal body weight and to reduce risk
for health issues.
There are lot of intervention is to prevent obesity..
- Firstly need of individual advice for prevention of weight gain
and management of overweight.
- Carry out and review daily food diary intake ,( calorie intake
, types and amounts of food ,eating habits.)
- Formulate a eating plan with correct nutrition
requirements.
- Identify the realistic increment goals for weekly weight
loss.
- Weigh periodically and obtain appropriate body
measurements.
- Follow current activity plan and plan progressive
exercise.
- Avoid tension at mealtimes and not eat too quickly.
- Advice to eat only at a table or designated eating place and
avoid standing while eating.
- Reassess calorie requirements every 2-4week.
- Consult with dietitian to determine calorie and nutrient
requirements for individuals weight loss.
- Provide drugs if indicates eg..appetite suppresant
drugs,hormonal therapy, vitamin and mineral supplements.
- Surgical interventions if needed (gastric partitioning or
bypass.)
Implementation of these interventions are really will help to
maintain or reduce body weight and also to maintain or restore best
possible health status.