10 Tips to Prevent Obesity
- Expert help should be sought to get rid of excess weight and control weight.
- Daily walking and exercise should be made a habit.
- Should be avoid high-calorie, ready-to-eat foods with a long shelf life.
- Unnatural sugar should not be consumed.
- Should be drink as much water as the body needs during the day.
- Should be eaten foods slowly.
- Vegetables and fruits should be eaten in season.
- Alcohol intake should be avoided.
- Saturated fats should be taken as little as possible.
- Daily salt intake should be considered.
What is Childhood Obesity and Thing Families Can Do *
Childhood obesity is a complex disease with many contributing factors, including genetics, eating patterns, physical activity levels, and sleep routines. Conditions where we live, learn, work, and play can make healthy eating and getting enough physical activity difficult if these conditions do not support health.
- What you can do as their family?
- Model a Healthy Eating Pattern
- Move More as a Family
- Set Consistent Sleep Routines
- Replace Screen Time with Family Time
What is Obesity?
Obesity, also commonly known as overweight, is defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that poses a risk to health. A body mass index (BMI) over 25 is considered overweight, and over 30 is considered as obesity.
What Causes to Obesity?
Eating high amount of processed food, regular inactivity, irregular sleep, drinking too much alcohol, genetics, stress, emotional factors, hormonal diseases, and some drugs.
Who is Diagnosed with Obesity?
Obesity occurs when body fat increases excessively. A body mass index (BMI) over 25 is considered overweight, and over 30 is obesity. BMI is a measure that takes into account a person’s weight and height to gauge total body fat in adults.
As a result of obesity, heart disease, certain cancers, blood sugar disease, blood pressure problems, and cholesterol problems may occur.
That's why the goal of obesity treatment is to reach and maintain a healthy weight!
What Methods Are Used for The Treatment of Obesity in Turkey?
There are several methods used in Turkey for weight loss, including:
Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass
Gastric Band
The average cost of bariatric surgery in Turkey is between 2000 USD to 7.500 USD. The price changes regarding the type of surgery, doctor’s experience, clinic technology and the location of the clinic.
Is There An Age Limit For Bariatric Surgeries?
Bariatric surgeries can be performed after 14 to 15 years of age. Today, the upper limit of age is around 70 years of age, if there is no additional disease such as heart or lung disease.
If you are interested in treatment in Turkey, our team will connect with you and answer all of your questions. Besides, we will be happy to help you if you require online doctor consultations.
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*Source: https://www.cdc.gov/
