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What happens when fat accumulates in the liver?
Fatty Liver is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fat, predominantly in the form of Triglycerides, within liver cells. This essentially means that there is an excess amount of sugar in the body beyond what is needed, causing the liver to convert it into fat.
The Health Effects of Overweight and Obesity
Obesity is generally caused by consuming more calories than burning through daily activities and exercises. Factors that contribute to obesity are as below.
Metabolic Syndrome - Carrying Too Much Fat Around Your Waist Can Lead to Serious Health Problems
Metabolic syndrome is a collection of disorders that increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, stroke, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. The causes of metabolic syndrome are complex. Physical inactivity and excess weight are the main underlying contributors to the development of metabolic syndrome. Lifestyle changes such as getting more exercise and losing weight can help reduce or prevent the complications associated with this condition.
Pre and post-operative preparation for bariatric surgery
Pre-operative and post-operative preparations are required for a bariatric surgery to ensure successful outcome.
Reduce the risk of obesity
GASTRIC RESTRICTIVE SURGERY: OBESITY PANDEMIC
Obesity has appeared to be a worldwide pandemic. It is a cause of many various complications and other chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart and vascular diseases, gout, knee osteoarthritis, and including fatty liver condition which has become increasingly common.
Obesity increases the risk of diabetes
Obesity may increase the risk of many health problems. One of them is diabetes type 2, which accounts for 95% of people with diabetes. 4 in 5 patients are overweight or obese.
Common mistakes when trying to lose weight
Losing weight can seem very tough. Sometimes you may feel like you are doing everything right and yet unable to achieve satisfying results. It is important to understand the cause of weight gain and know how to lose weight in a healthy way. This will help you control your weight in the long run.
Overweight Women Are More Likely To Face Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Being overweight is one of the risk factors of the condition, as it causes insulin resistance and abnormal level of hormone.