For women, if the waist circumference is 88 cm and for men, if the waist circumference is 102 cm, it means that the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular complications of obesity is higher.
Reasons:
Overeating, lack of physical exercise, excessive alcohol intake, Leptin deficiency (Leptin is a hormone (A hormone produced mainly by the fat cells of adipocytes) that is involved in the regulation of body fat. Leptin interacts with areas of the brain that control hunger), excessive consumption of junk food, excessive consumption of a high-calorie/fat/sugar diet, genetics.
Recent research shows that, in some cases, certain genetic factors can cause the changes in appetite and fat metabolism that lead to obesity.
Susceptibility to obesity and its adverse consequences undoubtedly varies between individuals.
Potentially reversible causes of weight gain:
Hypothyroidism, Cushing’s syndrome, hypothalamic tumors or lesions, insulinoma.
Drug Treatment:
Tricyclic antidepressants, corticosteroids, β-blockers, estrogen-containing birth control pill.
Obesity complications:
Hypertension, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, varicose veins, polycystic ovary syndrome, depression, gallstones, skin infections
Herbs to treat Obesity:
Alfalfa, silk, dandelion, gravel root, horsetail, hydrangea, hyssop, juniper berries, oat straw, parsley, cork, thyme, uvaursi and Yarrow can be used in tea form for its diuretic properties.
Triphala: Triphala has been studied for its antioxidant, anti-diabetic, and anti-obesity effects. Amalaki (Phyllanthusemblica) is effective in reducing heart problems, diabetes, and oxidative stress.
This plant also shows significant antihyperlipidemic, hypolipidemic, and antiatherogenic effects and also shows a significant reduction in triglycerides, free fatty acids, and total cholesterol.
It maintains a good lipid profile in experimental animals. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is a lipid-lowering agent. Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica) exhibit mechanisms that likely involve gallic acid-mediated suppression of meal-derived lipid absorption.
Dandelion helps the body metabolize carbohydrates faster.
Curry leaves help to increase metabolism rate which in turn helps to burn extra facts.
The herb Alfalfa can be used to reduce fat as it acts as a diuretic and can help improve the rate of digestion.
Bitter orange synephrine is the alkaloid of bitter orange. It is a primary active alkaloid. It is helpful in stimulating the adrenal gland and is helpful in burning fat.
Recent studies show that Garcinia cambogia melts fat. It contains a chemical called hydroxycytic acid (HCA), similar to the citric acid found in lemons and limes.
Indian Bedalium (Guggulu) – In Ayurveda it is mentioned that Guggulu (Commiphormukul) has a karshan property. Thus, it helps reduce fat.
Natural home remedies:
Drink 2 to 3 cups of green tea every day. Studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that people who drink 5 cups of green tea a day burn an average of 5% more fat than people who drink no green tea at all.
Vitamin C is useful for burning fat:
Eat fruits like lemon, bitter orange, tomatoes and sweet lime.
Eat almonds, avocados, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, and olive oil. Drink lime juice with honey every day.
Cardamom is recommended. It is known as thermogenic. Helps burn fat.
Include broccoli, carrots, beans, and sweet potatoes in your daily diet.
Eat an apple a day. The enzyme pectin present in it can help reduce the absorption of fats through the cells.
Garlic (Allium sativum) should be used when cooking food. Contains Allicin which helps reduce cholesterol and is therefore useful for treating obesity.
Jawar, Ragi are recommended.
Include salads, beans and dry cereals in the diet.
For breakfast, eat a diet rich in fiber, preferably cereals with skimmed milk and fruit.
Drink ginger tea (Zingiberofficinale) as it helps burn fat.
For breakfast, eat a diet rich in fiber, preferably cereals with skimmed milk and fruit.
Drink ginger tea (Zingiberofficinale) as it helps burn fat.
Add one teaspoon of Triphala (combination of Chebulic Myrobalan, Belliric Myrobalan, Indian Gooseberry) powder in a cup of water. Boil it until it becomes half and take it with honey.
Ayurvedic medicine:
Triphala Guggulu, Medohar Vidangdilauh are recommended. Take them with the consultation of an Ayurvedic doctor.
Panchakarma:
Panchakarma Therapy is also recommended, but this therapy must be performed in an authentic Ayurvedic Panchakarma Center.
Consult an Ayurvedic doctor before adopting a diet plan.
