Role of complementary and alternative medicine in treatment and prevention of obesity; Molecular strategies to recommended acceptance
The incidence of obesity is increasing at an alarming rate which has led to a surge the obesity-related morbidity in the world. It is now a most evident problem in world’s population therefore, it needs to be addressed [1]. According to WHO, obesity is defined as BMI equals to or greater than 30...
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| Summary: | The incidence of obesity is increasing at an alarming rate which
has led to a surge the obesity-related morbidity in the world. It is
now a most evident problem in world’s population therefore, it
needs to be addressed [1]. According to WHO, obesity is defined as
BMI equals to or greater than 30kg/m2
which is the accumulation of
fat in adipose tissue to such an extent that may be fatal [2]. Obesity
is now replacing malnutrition, infectious and contagious diseases
as the most vital contributor to ill health. The obesity-related health
problem poses a burden on the health care system and lowers the
quality of life of obese people. Particularly, it causes many chronic
conditions like hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes
type, kidney stones, respiratory issues, gout, arthritis, stroke,
chronic fatigue sleep disorders and certain types of cancer such
as breast and prostate cancer [2,3]. The epidemic of obesity is
due to a sedentary lifestyle, minimal or no physical activity, intake
of saturated fatty acid, high calories carbohydrates, carbonated
drinks, and preserved food and sometimes genetic involvement is
susceptible [4]. Without modifying lifestyles through culture and
environment, it would be difficult to attain healthy life patterns.
Improved patient health, quality of life and reduced cost of care of
patients with obesity and other obesity-related health issues will
not be recovered and resolved by clinical interventions alone [5-7]. |
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