Obesity Types Are Determined According to Fat Distribution.
Apple Type Obesity: Abdominal It is obesity that occurs in the upper part of the body, with names such as type or male type obesity
Pear Type Obesity: It is known as female type obesity and occurs with the accumulation of fat in the hip area. As its name suggests, it is more common in women.
The risk of diabetes and heart diseases is lower in this type of fat that accumulates under the skin, under the abdomen, in the hips and hips. In this type of obesity, pain and damage in the joints and vascular problems such as varicose veins are observed.
Is Abdominal Type Obesity Now Female Type Obesity?
Abdominal Type Obesity Although it is known that fat is mostly seen in men, it is seen in more than 50% of women in the latest studies in Turkey.
This shows the seriousness of the incidence of metabolic syndrome, that is, chronic diseases, in women in the coming years in our country.
Weight Loss and Healthy Nutrition are a Must!
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The most appropriate treatment for metabolic syndrome is weight loss, increasing physical activity and quitting smoking.
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The most important thing in this lifestyle change is losing weight through changes in nutrition.
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Studies show that 3 It has been observed that weight loss reduces the risk of developing diabetes by 5 times. Consuming 3-5 portions of vegetables and fruits a day reduces cardiovascular diseases by 20%.
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Salt consumption should be restricted (4-6 grams per day). Use spices in your meals to reduce salt.
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Pay attention to your daily calcium consumption. Adequate calcium consumption is important for both bone health and weight loss.
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Alcohol intake should be limited. It should be approximately 28 g per day. This means 60 cc of raki, hard liquor such as whiskey, 200 cc of wine, and 500-700 cc of beer.
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Butter, clarified butter, tallow and solid margarine containing saturated fat should not be used. .
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Olive oil, hazelnut oil and herbal liquid Use oils containing healthy fats, such as fish, in cooking and making salads.
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By choosing whole grain foods, you increase fiber and mineral intake.
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Eat fish at least twice a week or you can use supplements containing fish oil by asking an expert.
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