by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Oct 8, 2021 | Food and Nutrition
Obesity is a complex disease. It appears as a polygenic condition. It is affected by environmental factors (mainly unbalanced dietary patterns and physical inactivity). We will have to take into account genetic factors in the fat reduction process. These are...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Sep 1, 2021 | Food and Nutrition
Genetic heritability of obesity exists with the identification of genes responsible for obesity. (Walley et al., 2006). Modifications in single genes disrupt leptin hormone function causing severe obesity. (Farooqi et al., 2006) Genes that create a predisposition...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Aug 16, 2021 | Remedies and medicine
I have undertaken a literature survey for major Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine weight loss supplements. The intent was to discover scientific studies supporting the weight loss properties of any of the herbs mentioned therein. Here is the overview from this...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Aug 10, 2021 | Food and Nutrition
Three factors are externally responsible for obesity and obesity control. These are: Nutrition: Certain foods, such as refined carbohydrates and unsaturated fats, contribute the most to obesity Medicine: Certain prescription medicine, including anti-depressants,...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Jul 27, 2021 | Remedies and medicine
While behavioral interventions seem to be effective in promoting weight loss, maintaining them is a challenge. Most individuals tend to regain the weight or at least a part of it within a year, even after losing weight. Behavior change helps sustain weight loss....