Health is a big asset which requires proper care and nurturing. A fit
and trim body gives inner and outer confidence whereas an obese
physique makes you dull and pessimistic. Obesity breeds other diseases
and makes our existence uncomfortable and unpleasant. It also results
in emotional suffering which is one of the most painful parts of
obesity.
Obesity is not just a cosmetic problem. It's a health hazard. Someone
who is grossly overweight is twice as likely to die prematurely as
compared to an average-weight person. This is because obesity has been
linked to several serious medical conditions such as diabetes and
strokes.
A weight increase of 11-18 pounds doubles the risk of developing type 2
diabetes in comparison to individuals who have not gained weight.
According to studies, over 80 percent of people with diabetes are
overweight or obese. This may account for the newly invented word,
diabesity, which signifies the close association between obesity and
diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes, one of most prominent ailment found in obese people
reduces body's ability to control blood sugar. It is a major cause of
early death, heart disease, stroke, and blindness. Overweight people
are twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared to normal
weight people. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In
type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the
cells ignore the insulin. Insulin is necessary for the body to be able
to use sugar. Sugar is the basic fuel for the cells in the body, and
insulin takes the sugar from the blood into the cells.
The chances of its occurrence can be reduced by losing weight and
exercising more. If you have type 2 diabetes, losing weight and
becoming more physically active can help control your blood sugar
levels. Increasing your physical activity may also allow you to reduce
the amount of diabetes medication intake. Losing a small amount of
weight can also reduce your chances of developing heart disease or a
stroke and make your body ailment free.
Studies show that you can improve your health by losing as little as 10
to 20 pounds. Weight reduction can decrease your chance of developing
several fatal ailments like heart disease, blood pressure, and levels
of blood cholesterol and triglycerides. So take your first step towards
weight loss and make your life a healthy and energetic one.
