http://www.healthzine.org/feed/ http://www.healthzine.org/ Every day new articles and updated info on all your health, beauty and fitness concerns. Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:55 +0100 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:55 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/self-esteem http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/self-esteem You’ve heard the word time and again in almost all self-help texts- self-esteem. But what does this word really mean, and why does it seem so crucial? In the most simple understanding, self-esteem is feeling good about yourself or liking yourself. Sounds so easy, doesn’t it? But many people actually have self esteem issues, and quite a number of factors could cause them. One vital factor which can make or unmake a person’s self-esteem is their physical appearance. People tend to acknowledge a person according to how they look, and this is one of the major drawbacks of those suffering from weight problems. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 06:37:44 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/overweight-discrimination http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/overweight-discrimination A large number of the population is suffering from weight issues. Having to suffer from a weight issue has many disadvantages. Of all these disadvantages, one which can pose a dilemma is overweight discrimination. Discrimination anywhere and in any form is unacceptable, yet it has long been a reality. Of the many forms of discrimination, there is one- overweight discrimination- which is quite prevalent in the workplace. One of the questions often asked by overweight people is : “Can I be fired because of my overweight condition?” Legally, a person cannot be fired for being overweight. But then again, the fact must be noted that considerable cases of overweight discrimination have been filed and gone to court. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:03:18 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/morbidly-obese1 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/morbidly-obese1 Obesity brings many disadvantages to a person. Primarily, it has to do with the aesthetic. Society now views “slim and trim” to be more attractive, which brings about feelings of low self-esteem to overweight or obese people. And then there is the more threatening consequence of obesity which are the health risks it puts a person to. Obesity can shorten the life span of a person, or cause fatality early on. This is especially the case in morbid obesity. Morbid obesity is a chronic condition, a severe case of obesity to the point that it may even be to the extreme. Tue, 8 Jul 2008 08:52:27 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/beer-belly http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/beer-belly Flat abs is certainly sexy and everybody wants to have it. But not many people can actually get hold of it. For one thing, it takes a great deal of effort to have flat and sexy abs. And for another thing, a great number of people are simply overweight or obese. Most likely, these people have that unpleasant beer belly. Most people think that having a beer belly is all about excess weight and fat. But then again, that’s just one part of the story. Countless of people ask the question “How can I get rid of my beer belly?”, Or “What would really work for me to reduce the size of my belly?” Most would go on a low fat, high fiber diet in the hopes of getting what they want. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:44:01 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/teen-obesity http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/teen-obesity Obesity rates are rising to alarmingly high proportions, and this is a cause for concern. This condition can affect anyone regardless of age, status and gender, and this goes to say that children and teens can suffer from it as well. Take the case of teen obesity whose rate has basically tripled since the 1980’s. Fifteen percent of the total population, or about 9 million children and teenagers are obese, specifically those under the age of 15. As much as obesity statistics are quite discouraging, it is expected to become worse in the coming years. When a person is obese, it means that they have an excessive accumulation of fat in their body. Tue, 20 May 2008 14:59:23 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/metabolic-syndrome http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/metabolic-syndrome So you’ve been to the doctor for your yearly check up. Blood tests and other exams have been performed. It seems that this time, all is not well. The doctor says that your blood sugar is a little high. This is not a good sign, you say to yourself. And indeed it is not good. There are certain irregularities in your health and you ought to do something about it. After all, good health is not to be compromised. It is the primary factor to living life to the fullest. An elevated blood sugar means that you need to do some lifestyle modifications. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:46:22 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/being-overweight http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/being-overweight So you are overweight and you ask yourself “Can I still get a quality woman even though I’m not as fit and trim”? Well, the answer depends on what you can offer a woman despite you being overweight. Take note of your lifestyle. Are you all about merely watching tv and going to work, then going to bars and nightclubbing? If so, then chances are you won’t get a quality woman. Women who want lasting relationships look for emotional fulfillment from a man and his lifestyle. But this doesn’t mean that you have to be very rich, of course. The point driven here is that you ought to have a good quality and active lifestyle. Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:05:27 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity4 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity4 Obesity has become an epidemic, as factors causing it are quite convenient. Indeed, more and more people are becoming overweight and obese. Gaining those pounds just seem to get easier and easier rather than losing them. In fact, you may be having this dilemma. Many people are always asking “What should I do to lose weight?” or “What is the best way for weight loss?”. As they say, the best way to deal with a condition is to know the cause. That way, you can know what it is that you would treat. So it’s best that you know what the causes of obesity are, so that you would know how to put a stop to them. Mon, 24 Mar 2008 09:17:34 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity3 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity3 A treatment is often more successfully applied if the causes have been identified. How else would one give treatment when they don’t know what it is to treat? But often, the case is that treatment is only employed on the surface- merely the symptoms. It may initially be effective, but chances are the condition would recur. The key to beating something is to go down to the cause. This can be applied to the major health and cosmetic dilemma of obesity. But first, a look at the possible causes of obesity. Many are well aware of the most common causes of obesity- lack of exercise and excessive eating. Wed, 5 Mar 2008 03:44:25 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/belly-fat1 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/belly-fat1 So many people are overweight and obese in highly developed countries. Many factors contribute to such conditions. There is primarily genetics- one is predisposed to it. But it can be aggravated by a sedentary lifestyle and bad eating habits, and many people are guilty of these tendencies. Such is why obesity statistics is on the rise, and it has become alarming. It is not surprising to see “rotund” people most everywhere. They're simply called “fat”, and one of their salient characteristics is having belly fat. Belly fat can be downright unsightly. It gives off the impression that one lacks exercise and is undisciplined when eating. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:24:24 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity2 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/causes-of-obesity2 In countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, obesity has become a major concern. The issue has been constantly discussed on tv, in the internet, over the radio and in everyday conversations. The obesity epidemic has become alarming. It has affected a wide percentage of the population and it is growing still. But what really is behind obesity- what are the causes of obesity? The real causes of obesity are quite apparent. For one thing, there is the current lifestyle, and the recent trend. They can be causes of obesity which can be difficult to deal with. The modern lifestyle and trend is what everybody is caught in. Thu, 17 Jan 2008 15:31:00 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/obesity http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/obesity There is an epidemic of obesity in the United States. And it has come to the point of being alarming. What contributed to this prevailing dilemma? Is there anybody to blame? What can be done about it? Our dietary culture can be the primary culprit behind obesity. Think of how fast food has become imbedded into our psyches. Eating out means fast food. Celebrations and family get togethers. The essence of them is certainly commendable. After all, celebrations and get togethers strengthen peer and family ties. But what about the fast food behind them? Think of how much calories and fat, sodium and sugar they contain. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 09:34:01 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/obesity-in-teens http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/obesity-in-teens Many are well aware that the teenage years can be a tumultuous phase. It is one where significant physiological alterations take place. Along with it are major physical and emotional changes. Adolescence is a stage of transition and at times it can be challenging. It is essential for teenagers to develop their personal identity. Peer pressure can be so demanding in this stage as well. Physical appearance is becoming a major concern as it is imperative in peer acceptance. Such is why obesity in teens can be a major dilemma. Obesity in teens poses tremendous social, physical and emotional drawbacks to teenagers concerned. Thu, 22 Nov 2007 10:39:26 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/trans-fat http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/trans-fat Most people are often hurrying and scurrying. These include parents who prepare meals. As moms and dads are always in a rush, them nor the kids can enjoy a home-cooked meal. By home-cooked meal, it means that made of fresh foods. Fruits, vegetables, unprocessed meat, nuts and grains. Moms and dads may no longer have the time to prepare them. Such a routine can have the family consuming a lot of trans fat instead. But what is trans fat? Is that sort of fat bad? One should well consider. Rather than eating fresh and unprocessed food, people would rather go to a fast food restaurant. Thu, 8 Nov 2007 15:20:47 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/research-on-obesity http://www.healthzine.org/Obesity/research-on-obesity It is estimated that over 127 million adults in the United States alone are overweight. Such statistics can easily give way to an alarming epidemic of obesity. Obesity in fact poses a formidable threat to the general worldwide population. If the epidemic of obesity is not put under control, much havoc can be instigated. Obesity is on its way of becoming the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States. Research on obesity has obtained such facts and statistics and indeed, it can give rise to precarious health and social issues. Much effort has long since been initiated for research on obesity as this health and social menace has become frighteningly complex.