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Liposuction Fat Removal Procedure

Liposuction is a fat removal procedure for women (and men) who are of generally normal weight but have isolated pockets of fat; this method should not be thought of as a method to control weight. Unfortunately, an unwanted side effect to this procedure is the return of the fat on occasion; this is usually from a different area to the one it was removed from.

Although there are more, the two most used techniques are Ultrasonic and tumescent and it is likely you will have one of these. The most popular of these two methods, Tumescent, is performed routinely now in the USA as a treatment for unwanted fat.

Fat is removed by a smaller tube and this also helps to reduce the amount of bruising that occurs with the traditional method. The Tumescent liposuction technique has proven to be safer than the standard method using general anesthesia but it also less painful and has minimized post operative recovery time.

Ultrasonic liposuction allows fat to be removed from traditionally awkward locations like the thighs, upper stomach and back.

The conventional method is often more difficult to perform over other cosmetic treatments because the surgeon cannot see where the probe is, and as a consequence internal injury can be the result. The best thing to do is to consult with a surgeon to choose the most suitable technique for your body.

The liposuction procedure although relatively safe does carry some risk of side-effects but fortunately fatalities are very rare. Anyone considering this treatment will need to have a medical examination first to confirm they are in good physical health for the procedure to take place. Keeping the wounds clean and free from infection after the procedure is imperative so plastic surgeons prescribe antibiotics to all patients during the healing process. As time has passed, a great deal has been learned and techniques improved.

A new procedure akin to liposuction is Lipo dissolve, which eliminates unwanted fat with a series of micro-injections into problem areas such as the neck, stomach and thighs. Because Lipo Dissolve does not cause any pain, it can be performed without the need for any anesthetic and be used with other skin treatments that do not require surgical intervention.

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Fat America

America is obsessed with weight. It is unfortunately an obsession that has resulted in an obesity epidemic that is rapidly spreading. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), 66 percent of American adults are overweight. That is equivalent to 134 million American adults and of those, 64 million are obese. That is a huge problem.

Information Overload

We are bombarded with weight loss information. Bookstores are overflowing with diet and fitness books. Hundreds of magazines feature tips and tricks to lose weight monthly. Not to mention advertisements on the internet, billboards, buses, subways and even bathrooms pitching weight loss plans, memberships, equipment, foods and drugs. And still we continue to get fatter.

The focus on losing weight is justifiable. Being overweight puts you at risk of developing a number of diseases including: Diabetes, cardiovascular disease / heart disease, stroke, certain types of cancer, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, sleep apnea, asthma, arthritis and gallbladder disease.

The Problem

These diseases are impacting adults and children. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 17 percent of American children and adolescents are overweight. Children are developing joint pain, diabetes, sleep apnea and more at ages once unheard of. The obesity problem has even spread to our family pets!

The cost of obesity is not limited to individuals but is impacting us as a nation. According to the CDC, during 2003 medical expenses attributed to people being overweight or obese were almost 75 billion dollars. This in turn contributes to the growing problem of lack of affordable health care.

Weight loss information is everywhere - television, radio, magazines, books and we are spending billions of dollars in our attempts to lose weight. Why isn’t it working?

The Answer

Truthfully anyone can lose weight, and many do. However, a much smaller percentage of people lose and keep off the weight for good. When you eat fewer calories than you burn you will lose weight. Following any eating plan that reduces your calories will result in weight loss.

Keeping weight off however requires more than calorie cutting; it requires changing your behavior. You can throw all the money you have at weight loss, but you will not have permanent weight loss unless you change and strengthen the organ between your ears.

Your brain is the most important body part in your weight loss efforts. With any addiction, if you simply take away the object of addiction you have not solved the problem. A drug addict is not cured simply by going through detox. An alcoholic is not cured by being deprived of alcohol. Taking food away will cause temporary weight loss but lasting change requires a change in the way you think about food.

My Story

I have successfully lost and sustained a weight loss of more than 130 pounds. I have helped others to adopt a healthier lifestyle using these same methods, which I teach in the Don’t Go Broke Weight Loss Plan. I and many others are living proof that when you change your mind about weight loss you are on the way to lasting behavior change and a healthy lifestyle.

About The Author:

Kalvin C. Chinyere, M.D., fondly known as Dr. Kal, is a weight loss expert and the creator of The Don’t Go Broke Weight Loss Program. Dr. Kal was an overweight child and an obese teen. In his 20’s, he tipped the scale at over 330 pounds. Dr. Kal has since lost and kept off over 140 pounds naturally. Learn more about him and his program at his blog: http://www.drkalblog.com

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What Role Do Genetics Play In Obesity?

Unfortunately, we all can’t be descendants of Bob Harper from the Biggest Loser, or be related to an extremely in shape athlete. Everyone has a genetic dna that helps the body go towards whatever direction is set forth in that human code, which is passed down by your parents. Fortunately there are ways to overcome and beat genetics, but nobody ever said it was going to be easy.

Personally, I was born to two parents who weren’t blessed with the super skinny genes. I was pretty much doomed from the beginning. Studies have shown that the human body builds fat cells for the rest of your life in your childhood. Meaning this is the time in a humans life that is the most important in terms of proper nutrition and healthy habits. If you are grown on fast food and frequent late night dinners, your body may adapt to that lifestyle and leave you vulnerable to it the entire rest of your life.

If you do happen to be blessed with genetically superb parents, you already have one step on the rest of us. You already have an advantage in that your bodies are programmed from birth to be able to burn more calories at rest and metabolize food at a faster rate than the rest of us. If you are one of these people enjoy it, you are truly very lucky!

In other words, those who weren’t pre-dispositioned to have super lean and cut bodies, you will just have to work at it more. These are the walls that you must break down to overcome the cards you were dealt. There really is no need to get down about it however, because each and every person has the ability to live a healthy and fulfilling life if you choose the right foods and diet plan. Try not to focus on the bad cards you’ve got and focus on the good ones you can build with good old fashioned smart dieting and exercise. I beat the house with my hand, will you?

Tyler Boshears is a weight loss survivor, having lost over 100lbs. and keeping it off for 5 years! To learn how YOU can drop those unwanted pounds and keep them off, visit his website at: http://www.simple-weightloss.com

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Oprah & Eckhart Tolle - A New Earth, Feeding the Body With Spiritual Energy & Overcoming Obesity

Oprah and Eckhart Tolle author of A New Earth answered a caller’s question from Beijing, China concerning weight loss and bodily transformation.

Cathy from Beijing had lost 30 pounds in the last year and acknowledged that for her it was a “spiritual work” beyond that of weight loss. Upon trying to explain it to her friends, Cathy found it difficult to adequately articulate the spiritual process without her friends looking at her as if she was “mentally ill” or weird.

Oprah commented: “A friend and I were talking about this the other day about allowing yourself to be fed from the energy that’s already there inside your body. I know what you’re talking about.”

Jesus Himself had a situation in which His disciples were hungry and brought Jesus meat saying, “Master, eat.” But Jesus said to them, “I have meat to eat that you don’t know of.” The disciples being perplexed said to one another, “Has anyone given Him something to eat?” Jesus hearing them responded, “My meat is to do the will of the Father who sent Me, and to finish His work” (John 4:31-34).

Undoubtedly once your spirit has been awakened by God and is connected to the Creator, the “quickening spirit” within will energize your mortal body (John 6:63). It was in fact the Holy Spirit that rose Christ from the dead and imparts life to our physical bodies (Romans 8:11).

Hence the discussion between Oprah, Cathy, and Eckhart was very insightful concerning feeding off the energy within before prematurely and excessively eating.

Undoubtedly there is nourishment within from our own spirit that many rarely tap into being overly consumed and preoccupied with the body and egoic mind.

When we however cultivate the spiritual energy within to feed the body, we can thereby overcome obesity, and prevent overeating. As we develop increased consciousness, we will both hear from and harness our bodies more easily prior to over indulging.

Eckhart wisely said: “Being in touch with the body helps greatly because the body knows what it needs. Overeating happens because it is part of the ego’s unconsciousness, which seeks to substitute for the sense of aliveness.”

Oprah agreed wholeheartedly with Eckhart on that point being experientially sure of that in her own life. Cathy too agreed.

Before ever being known by the flesh, Christ was called a “child of the Holy Spirit” by which He was conceived of the virgin Mary (see Matthew 1:18).

Considering human beings are also triune in nature - meaning we are spirit, possess a mind, and live in a body - how much more nourished we would be both inwardly and outwardly, if we could simply reconnect with divine spiritual life. Inner life is far more nourishing and satisfying than external substitutes that enlarge our bodies but leave us empty inside.

Paul F. Davis is a highly sought after worldwide minister who moves in the miraculous and supernaturally touches and transforms humanity, while reconnecting them to their Creator. Paul is a former fitness trainer, an international speaker, purpose coach, and change master empowering individuals to live their dreams.

Paul is the author of several books including Stop Lusting & Start Living; Poems that Propel the Planet; Breakthrough for a Broken Heart; Adultery: 101 Reasons Not to Cheat; Are You Ready for True Love; Waves of God; Supernatural Fire; God vs. Religion; United States of Arrogance; and many more!

Paul’s compassion for people & passion to travel has taken him to over 50 countries of the world where he has had a tremendous impact. Paul’s organization Dream-Maker Inc. builds dreams, transcends limitations, & reconciles nations.

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Common Health Risks Associated with Obesity

Obesity is not only a dangerous health condition - it creates and complicates many additional health problems for its sufferers. As a result, obese individuals (those with a body mass index above 30) have a 50-100% greater risk of premature death compared to individuals with a healthy body weight. Furthermore, as body weight goes up, so does the potential for health problems and the risk of premature death. We will now review some of the most common health risks associated with obesity. However, we will also analyze the ways in which weight loss can not only reduce the risk of premature death and certain diseases, but also improve upon many secondary health conditions associated with obesity.

Heart Disease

The prevalence of many types of heart disease - including heart attack, congestive heart failure, angina or chest pain and abnormal heart rhythm - is greatly increased for individuals that are overweight or obese. In fact, obese individuals have a 70% increase chance of coronary artery disease. High blood pressure is also twice as common in obese individuals. Additionally, triglyceride (blood fat) levels are typically elevated in those suffering obesity, while HDL cholesterol - known as the ‘good cholesterol’ - is often present in lower amounts.

Stroke

Obese individuals have a 75% increased risk in having a stroke, as obesity is often considered a dangerous secondary risk factor for stroke. One of the most common causes of stroke is the condition known as atherosclerosis, a narrowing of the arteries that can lead to arterial blood clots. As atherosclerosis is worsened by a combination of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lack of exercise and smoking; obese individuals are often at greater risk for stroke.

Diabetes

Studies have shown that a weight gain of just 11-18 pounds can double an individual’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes. And over 80% of diabetes sufferers can be classified as overweight or obese, so there is a longstanding association between obesity and diabetes. Moreover, obese individuals have a 400% increased risk in developing diabetes.

Cancer

Obesity has been shown to place individuals at increased risk for several types of cancer, including cancers of the colon, gallbladder, prostate and kidneys. In overweight and obese women, the risk of endometrial cancer (a cancer developing in the lining of the uterus) and postmenopausal breast cancer are also increased. In fact, women that gain more than 20 pounds between age 18 and midlife are at twice the risk for postmenopausal breast cancer than women that maintain their weight throughout their adult years.

Gallbladder Disease and Gallstones

The prevalence of gallbladder disease and gallstones is about three times greater in obese individuals. It is also believed that the risk of symptomatic gallstones is directly related to an increase in weight and body mass index (BMI).

Reproductive Complications

In regards to the effects of obesity on pregnant mothers and newborn infants, expectant parents should be aware of several possible complications. Firstly, infants born to obese mothers are more prone to high birth weight. As a result, overweight and obese mothers are forced to undergo a higher rate of Cesarean section deliveries. Obesity has also been linked to a higher prevalence of birth defects, especially neural tube defects such as spina bifida, and complications during the labor and delivery stages. Most startlingly, obesity has been shown to increase the risk of death for mothers and infants during pregnancies and increase the risk of high blood pressure in expectant mothers by nearly 10 times.

For women that are not pregnant but may become pregnant, obesity can cause women to experience irregular menstrual cycles and even infertility. Women that are overweight or obese should also be aware that pregnancy can also place them at higher risk of gestational diabetes.

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders are more common in obese individuals than persons with healthy body weight. In fact, studies have shown that for each 2-pound increase in body weight, overweight and obese individuals experience a 9-13% greater risk for arthritis and similar ailments.

Depression

Many overweight and obese people suffer from depression and other psychological or emotional problems. The feelings of unattractiveness, isolation, frustration and failure, which are sometimes at the heart of such depression, can be emphasized when an individual experiences rejection or any type of discrimination in a work, school or social setting. Overall, many overweight and obese individuals suffer from a reduced quality of life, caused not only by numerous health concerns but also the inability to complete some activities or achieve certain goals.

Breathing Problems

Obese individuals are more likely to suffer from breathing problems such as asthma, severe bronchitis and respiratory insufficiency. Also, the condition known as sleep apnea - difficulty breathing and interrupted respiration while sleeping - is much more common in overweight and obese populations.

While obesity can certainly take it toll on many aspects of a person’s health, there is also some good news. For those that are overweight or obese, a weight loss of just 10% of total body weight can begin to have positive health effects. For instance, after an obese individual begins losing weight, the risks of heart disease and stroke are reduced. Furthermore, obese individuals may also be able to lower their blood pressure and blood sugar, improve their cholesterol levels and combat the effects of secondary conditions such as asthma or chronic back pain.

While a weight loss of as little as 10-20 pounds can have positive health effects, an individual’s overall health will continue to improve as they approach a healthier body weight. For anyone trying to improve their health and quality of life by losing weight, it is also important to remember that the weight loss must be maintained in the long term for such positive effects to be possible. Therefore, overweight and obese individuals must be concerned about changing their lifestyles in addition to losing weight, incorporating healthy eating and exercise into their daily routines.

Carole S. Guinane, a Chief Clinical Officer writes articles about obesity and weight loss for New Hope Today.

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Our Global Weight Problem Is A Concern To Health Organizations

Our global weight problem is a concern to health organizations everywhere as there has been a corresponding increase in health issues; this situation is not only affecting adults but an increasing number of young people who are also succumbing to this modern day condition. In order to lose those excess pounds, many people resort to surgery whereas other people realize that a healthy diet with regular exercise is a better method. Weight reduction should be approached as a long term proposition especially when you consider it takes considerable time to become overweight so the use of weight loss drugs should be used with caution.

The idea behind the drugs is to quicken each person’s metabolism enabling the weight to be lost much quicker. Unfortunately for the manufacturers, it was found that incidence of heart valve disease were connected to the use of the weight control pills and were rapidly removed from the shelves. Not to be defeated though, manufacturers have introduced updated drugs, prescribed by doctors but the FDA approval process is slow.

These weight loss pills have become popular and you can almost guarantee that you will know of someone who has tried them with success. The idea that a simple drug can change your body shape without the need to change the diet or sacrificing those pleasures in life can be very tempting. The weight loss drug manufacturers have spent a huge sum on research but this cannot be compared to the amount spent by consumers.

An individual wishing to buy weight control pills can do so over-the-counter or have them prescribed by their doctor; however there are still health risks associated with their use. You must check the packet carefully before you decide to use them because some of the other side effects can be even more harmful, like the possibility of a heart attack or even a stroke, with hallucinations, tremors, breathing problems and convulsions all recorded as side effects for users of these drugs.

Of course, many factors can affect the type and severity of problems like family history, weight, age and lifestyle; this is why it is so important to see the doctor before starting a course of pills; should you decide to stop taking the treatment, other side effects can occur as a result. Problems like depression, nausea, bad mood swings, nightmares, insomnia for example have all been reported when a person has stopped taking the weight control pills.

Many clinical tests will show that the weight loss drugs taken to reduce weight really work but this can only be done in conjunction with a low calorie diet and an exercise plan. A low calorie diet would consist of meals that contain vitamins, minerals and fiber which are all essential for good health; the best sources are fruit and vegetables.

Of course this should always be combined with a good exercise routine which will use up excess calories and provide a good all round fitness workout. The best exercise plans should have cardiovascular and weight training exercises as this helps burn calories and increase the muscle to fat ratio that will increase a person’s metabolism and assist with weight loss.

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Children and Obesity

Obesity is a growing epidemic not only in the United States, but in the rest of the world as well. And doctors are starting to notice that obesity is starting earlier and earlier in life. In the past, obesity was typically seen in people who were middle-aged or older. But now, there is a growing concern about children who are obese or are on their way to becoming obese. The reasons are varied and many but include such things as: less time outdoors and more time spent indoors; less time exercising and more time playing video games, watching TV, or time spent on the computer; and more “latchkey” kids who spend their time after school in an after school program or in day care.

As our society changes, fewer and fewer children are outside playing. I remember only 20 to 30 years ago, large number of children in the neighborhood outside after school and all summer long playing together. There were impromptu games of kick the can, hide and seek, chase, kickball, stickball, basketball, and others. Our neighborhoods were safe and all the families and parents knew each other. In today’s society, parents are afraid to let their children outside to play and neighbors don’t spend the time to get to know each other. This means more children and staying inside doing sedentary activities and gaining weight. This adds to the obesity problem.

The advent of computers, the internet, and video games are also exacerbating the problem of childhood obesity. Video games and computer games are readily available, easy to play, and visually stimulating and exciting. A child doesn’t have to head outside and find some friends and decide on what to play. They can pop in a CD or DVD, fire up the Xbox and be transported to another place where they can play against a computer or another person that they don’t know. Video games burn little to no calories and add not only to the obesity problem, but also to mental and social problems that our society also has to deal with.

We need to find a solution and find one quickly to help combat the growing problem of childhood obesity. We need to get kids outside to play. We, as humans, are designed to play, run, and be active. It is not natural for a child to sit still for hours at a time. But this is what our high tech life styles demand. Children are designed for activity and if we can get them active, we are well on our way to solving the childhood obesity problem.

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Obesity - A Global Epidemic

In simple terms obesity is defined as

“The excessive storage of body fat, frequently resulting in a significant impairment of health” (Wallace, 1997).

Obesity used to be considered as a ‘condition’ that leads to associated diseases. However the World Health Organisation now recognises obesity as a disease in it’s own right, accounting for 30,000 deaths a year in the UK. However, this is a disease which is largely preventable through changes in lifestyle and diet.

According to a UK National Health Survey, 22% of men and 23% of women were classed as clinically obese, while 65% of males and 55.5% of females were considered either overweight or obese. Most importantly to note, the number of obese individuals has more than trebled in the past 20years.

If this trend continues we can predict that a third of all adults in the UK will be obese by the year 2010. Globally, obesity has reached epidemic proportions with an estimate of 300million obese adults, 1billion overweight adults and more disturbingly, 18 million under-five children have been classified as overweight.

In the UK a worrying 16% of children have been classified as obese and with numbers rapidly rising, we are quickly becoming the most overweight population in Europe. In several developed countries obesity accounts for 2-6% of total health care costs, a worrying number especially as it is one of the most preventable diseases our community is faced with.

Consequently, obesity-related problems are rapidly rising including many diet-related, non-communicable diseases such as Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), diabetes Type II, hypertension (high blood pressure), stroke, various forms of cancer, joint damage, gall bladder disease and respiratory problems. In addition there are several psychological problems linked to obesity such as depression and low self-esteem.

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Obesity - No Longer Considered as a Case of Simply Eating Too Much

Obesity is now recognised as a serious and chronic disease which is believed to be caused by a combination of factors.

  • Dietary Habits (nutritional imbalance):

Dietary intake is central to weight management and therefore plays a significant role in obesity. If we apply the simple rules of the energy balance equation the total energy consumed must equal the total energy used. Therefore if the ‘energy in’ far outweighs the ‘energy used’, then this will of course lead to increased fat storage - irrespective of type, be it fat, protein or carbohydrate. Excess calories, regardless of the source, will ultimately be stored as fat.

It is important to note here that an energy deficient body can also lead to obesity. It has been well researched and documented that low calorie and very restrictive eating plans can cause a starvation response, increasing the body’s ability to store its bet energy source, fat. This in turn creates a cycle of losing and gaining weight having detrimental effects on both physical and psychological health.

Much of the highly processed food available today contains additives and chemicals which are not only harmful to health, but also cause a craving response for that product, encouraging us to eat more. The main points to consider when you next go shopping are to avoid mono-sodium glutamate (MSG), aspartame and additives and restrict your intake of refined carbohydrates such as biscuits, cakes, pastries, white bread and white pasta.

  • Physical Inactivity (sedentary lifestyle):

Physical activity is one of the most important factors in maintaining a healthy weight. With such a sedentary society where we barely move from our desks, exercise is crucial in reducing the development of fat cells. When combined with a healthy balanced diet, the body’s resting metabolic rate rises, which burns harmful fat mass encouraging a leaner, more energy efficient and functional body .

  • Genetics:

Although still undergoing huge research, it is now well established that the development of obesity is linked to a variety of genetic factors, including metabolic rate and body shape (somatotype).

Hormone excretion is another genetic issue, such as Leptin which sends messages to the brain to blunt the urge to eat. A genetic defect in the production of Leptin can lead to overeating and obesity.

An additional issue still being researched is the ’settling point’ theory which suggests that we maintain out weight when our metabolic feedback systems settle into a state of equilibrium with our environment. With the many changes in culture and environment it is no wonder that our bodies fail to settle, pushing us further towards obesity.

  • Smoking and Drinking:

Smoking and drinking alcohol both have significant influences on the body in relation to storing body fat. Regular smoking has been shown to double the likelihood of abdominal weight gain whilst alcohol intake over four units a day is not only detrimental to the liver but it is closely linked to weight gain, particularly noticeable in women under 35 years old.

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Classification of Overweight and Obesity by Body Mass Index (BMI)

There are a number of assessment methods for body fat such as skinfold testing, electronic scales, underwater weighing and waist circumference. However, the Body Mass Index is the most widely used method. It is an equation which takes both height and weight into consideration, making it more precise than relying on scales alone. The equation is:

weight in kilograms
________________________

height in metres x height in metres

For example if your weight is 80kg and you height 1.8m then your BMI will be calculated as: 80 รท 1.8 x 1.8 = 24.

Below is an adapted classification table taken from the National Institute of Health:
Classification ————–> BMI

Underweight —————> <18.5

Normal (Acceptable) —–> 18.5-24.9

Overweight (Special Attention) —–> 25-29.9

Obesity (Medical Referral) - Class I —–> 30-34.9

Obesity (Medical Referral) - Class II —–> 35-39.9

Extreme Obesity - Class III —–> >40

*It is important to remember that bone and muscle mass cannot be specifically accounted for with the BMI.

Obesity and Exercise Recommendations

Exercise for the obese must be approached with caution and always with written approval from their GP. Not only could the list of disease complications and interrelated factors be complex, but an early stage of obesity usually involves dietary intervention until some successful weight loss has been achieved. This will lighten the stress on joints and ligaments and help prevent injury.

Once this has been achieved and approval given, light, low impact aerobic exercise can be prescribed combined with a variety of balance, stability and mobility training. Strength training may also serve as a valuable companion, focusing mainly on core, hip, knee and ankle stability - being sure to perform all exercise with good posture.

Below is a recommended exercise programme which can be followed with a GP’s approval and/or the help and assistance of a fitness professional:

Summary of Exercise Recommendations

Warm Up –> Every Session –> 10-15 minutes

Cool Down –> Every Session –> 10 - 15 minutes

Flexibility –> Every Session –> Hold for 10-15 secs

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