SAFE-N-SURE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMME

SAFE-N-SURE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMME Authors: Pankaj Sharma; Dr. Ashok Gupta Published by: Unicorn Books, an imprint of Pustak Mahal (www.pustakmahal.com)   Let us first understand why we must keep a check on our weight and the consequences for failing to do so: The number of overweight and obese persons is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate in both developing and developed countries. Environmental and behavioural changes brought about by economic development, modernisation, and urbanisation have been linked to the rise in global obesity. Obesity is increasing in children and adults, and the consequences are showing up. Excess weight slows down the circulation, blocks arteries, and causes stroke. Excess weight also increases blood sugar, lowers metabolism, disturbs sleeping patterns and causes stress and fatigue. Which is why excess body weight is a major cause of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer. Obesity, like cancer, turns out to be a combination of many deficiencies, not just one disease, meaning researchers might be able to custom-tailor treatments to individuals of not just for the overweight but also for those with diabetes, osteoporosis and other common maladies. It is not just developed nations that are suffering from this chronic affliction but even developing nations are encountering this problem. This book has tried to provide insights into the problem and gives guidelines on how a person suffering from obesity and excess weight can obtain good results in reducing his weight. It has been observed that a slight modification in the lifestyle can work wonders in how people look and feel about themselves. This book gives necessary facts, figures and self-help plans that can make weight reduction endeavours pay rich dividends. There are special sections on calorie charts, exercise regimens and specially crafted low-calorie recipe. Chapters have been discussed under the following heads: Understanding Weight  The Benefits of Losing Weight Body Fat Measurement Techniques Understanding Obesity  Treatments for Obesity  Your Body, Food & Diet Plan Exercise and Weight Control Major Exercise Regimens The Pros & Cons of Different Diet Regimens Choosing a Weight Loss Programme Weight Loss Tips The Safe-n-Sure Weight Loss Plan  Low-Calorie Recipes Calories and Nutritive Values Some FAQ’s Answered If you are healthy and reading this book for knowledge, please recommend this book to all on the wrong side of weight: Your motivation will help them become fit and trim soon and they will be grateful to you for doing them a lifelong favour.    

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