My readers are probably aware of my attitude to Science, that is, Science t best is a currently working hypothesis, not necessarily correct, but works till some ting better is discovered(!) by Science .
Eating fatty foods does not make you fat. Fat in moderation is a necessary part of any healthy and balanced diet. Putting on more weight in the form of fat is a result of energy imbalance. You will gain weight if you take in more calories than you burn. Fat is a concentrated source of calories, but it is not necessary to eliminate fat from your diet completely.
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Bellatti agrees, providing a little context as to why we might look at fat as a problem:P
Sheer lunacy. Whole-food fats (nuts, seeds, avocado) are satiating and help you feel fuller for a longer period of time. You can’t put French fries and almonds in the same category simply because both are “high in fat.
2.Eating Carbohydrates.
If eating fat won’t make you fat, carbohydrates must! Right? Carbs, the devil of our current decade, get cut from just about every new fad diet to promote super fast fat loss. Again, the truth comes down to striking a healthy balance. Dr. Nadolsky explains why a healthy amount of carbohydrates don’t really cause a problem:P
While it is becoming more popular to blame carbohydrates as the cause of obesity, people don’t realize that de novo lipogenesis (DNL; which converts sugars into fat) tends to be inefficient in human bodies. For carbs to make one fat, they would need to work in concert with a poor diet and lack of exercise which makes those latter two more readily blamed.
Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, has a sordid past. Many Americans look at MSG as anything from a dietary problem to a silent killer. In reality, if MSG poses a problem it doesn’t stem from the flavor enhancer itself, but where you tend to find it. Bellatti explains:P
Yes and no. Some people don’t respond to it well. My main thing with MSG is that it’s a marker for highly processed foods.
There is a widespread feeling, some times propounded by some Doctors that if you are fat you are more likely to become unfit and liable for  diseases, especially heart related diseases as the system needs to pump in more and this puts additional load on the Heart.
On the other hand ,are Skinny, less fat people tend to become more Healthy?
You can use a measurement called a body mass index, or BMI, along with yourwaist size , to decide whether your weight is dangerous to your health. The BMI is a combination of your height and weight. If you have a BMI of 30 or higher, your extra weight is putting your health in danger.
People who carry too much fat around the middle, rather than around the hips, are more likely to have health problems. In women, a waist size of 35 in. (88 cm) or more raises the chance for disease. In men, a waist size of 40 in. (101 cm) or more raises the chance for disease.1
If you are Asian, your health may be at risk with a BMI of 27.5 or higher. Also, health problems are seen with a smaller waist size. In Asian women, a waist size of32 in. (80 cm)Â or more raises the chance for disease. In Asian men, a waist size of36 in. (90 cm)Â or more raises the chance for disease.2
It has been revealed by a team of researchers from the Centre for Obesity Research and Education that people generally wrongly estimate their weight and height. The team has told that self-reported figures by Australians are mostly wrong.
However, Professor Paul O’Brien had affirmed previously that it is not apt to consider self-reporting for checking number of obese. Also, he had claimed there is no point to trust the data reported by people themselves. But, BMI was still being considered as the best method to measure a person’s health.
The team had carried out a survey in the year 2007-08, in which they had asked the participants to approximate their height and weight. All the respondents were also given an option of getting their actual height and weight measured. And improvements were seen as compared to the data revealed in 1995.”
-topnews.us.com
Obesity.
Again, the association of health risk with Obesity is open to question.
“respect to how qualitative aspects of physical activity, such as frequency and intensity, affect body
composition and health risk. The effect of television viewing on obesity risk is of particular interest. …
84 However, the relation between dietary fat and adiposity has been questioned. ..’
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And there is no clear indicator which says that exercise will reduce Obesity.
So there is no point in following tips on obesity and be scared to death thinking of the health risks.
One can reduce fat accumulating foods without seriously affecting general Health and with out doing exercises that may not suit your system.
Safe is walking with the condition that walk what you can, don’t have fixed time frame and do not push your self nor’ take rest and walk again”
Take timely meals,Avoid snacks in between,and Drink tender coconut water as much as you can.
On the other end of the spectrum is the skinny people.
The presumption that they are less susceptible to health risk is unfounded.
Follow the discussion here and you will know the Opinions are non-committal.
AMANDA says: “The idea that you can be fit and yet be overweight or even obese is not always as straightforward as it seems. Check out my questions below to help you understand the myths from the facts.”
QÂ Can you eat anything you like and still be fit and fat?
AÂ It has to be better to eat healthy foods rather than junk, even if overall you are eating too many calories.
Fill up on wholegrain cereals like wholemeal bread, brown pasta and wholegrain breakfast cereals. Also eat fruit and vegetables, pulses, lean meat and fish, which will provide vitamins, minerals, super nutrients and fibre.
While excess weight puts a potential strain on various organs in our bodies, at least if you are eating healthy food, you are probably doing less damage. Healthy foods give you more protection from long-term diseases.
Q I’m a bit overweight but I eat a lot better than my friend who’s as thin as a rake. Can being overweight ever be nutritionally healthier than being underweight?
AÂ People who are underweight are probably less able to pack sufficient vitamins and minerals in to their overall food intake compared with people who are overweight.
Skinny people who are eating too few calories often find it difficult to eat enough B vitamins like folic acid, which may affect their moods.
They often get too little iron – which could lead to stress and tiredness – and get insufficient zinc, which may lead to a less robust immune system.
People who eat large quantities of food tend to meet daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. In my view, the middle ground is best. Eat a good variety of healthy foods that are nutritionally valuable and not high in fat.
Q Is it true that if you carry fat on your bottom, it is not as bad as carrying it on your belly?
A The fat cells we carry around our waists churn out hormones and toxic substances 24 hours a day. The damage they cause has been linked to heart disease and changes to cells that may lead to cancer, especially in the colon and in post-menopausal women. This means that it is probably “better” to be bottom-heavy.  http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/woman/4577143/Advice-on-balance-in-wake-of-Lady-Gaga-and-Christina-Aguilera-weight-gain.html#ixzz28iJvt7W3
Follow the link to plan your diet.
It may be added that there is no conclusive evidence as to why some put on weight and how some never gain.
It is attributed to genes,ethnicity as well as diet.
Essential is that you do not go starving in the name of diet.This might result in your losing essential factors that constitute your health.
Suggested course is that you burn your energy by your accustomed activity.If you have sedentary habits, take a walk;walking should be at your normal pace, not jogging;walk till you think you can,no fixed distance is indicated.preferable walk in the early morning.
Most importantly,DO NOT GO TO CLINICS, which offer slimming courses, as it is not supported by hard science.
A relative of mine expired because of a dieting clinic.
Beware.
Preferable you avoid non vegetarian food.avoid junk food and snacks.
For more details read my blogs filed under ‘Health’ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/health/interactives/diet/index.html
1. Read labels before you buy
You’ll be astounded at how many calories some foods contain. Don’t just check out the amount per 1oz or per 100g but the amount the whole package contains and think about how much of it you would normally eat. Then decide whether to leave it on the shelves or take it home to add to your waistline.
2. Use low fat dairy foods
Choosing low fat does not always reduce calories. Many foods are pumped with sugar or thickeners to make up for the lack of fat. However, low fat dairy products do usually offer substantial calorie reduction over their full-fat counterparts and, with most, there is little difference in taste or texture. This was not always the case. If it’s a while since you tried low fat cheese for example you’ll find it much improved!
3. Eat more vegetables
Instead of making meat the main event in your meal pile your plate high with veggies or salad. In general you should be looking to fill at least half your plate with these. Add vegetables to soups and stews to increase bulk without adding much to the calorie count. Stir fries and curries are also great for making a little meat and a lot of vegetables into a delicious meal.
4. Watch your portion sizes
Take note of the serving size on packaging and follow the guidelines by measuring out your food. Take care especially with snack foods and baked goods. Take a serving size out of the packet and put the rest away. For home cooked meals, a piece of meat should be about the size of a standard deck of cards not half an ox and a meal (excluding any separate servings of vegetables or salad) should be about the size of two clenched fists. You can always have more veggies if that doesn’t fill you up
5. Eat at home
Restaurants and fast food places make it their business to get you to eat more food than you really need. That’s how they make their money after all. Instead, eat fast simple food at home. You can control what you serve. You can control how you prepare it. You can control your portion sizes. When you eat at home you choose exactly what and how much you eat.
6. When you do go out
Choose restaurants which serve healthy food and choose the healthiest dishes you can find on the menu or ask for something healthy to be prepared for you. You can request a smaller portion or a kid’s size or eat a couple of starters instead of a massive main course. Choose dishes prepared under the grill and with tomato-based rather than cream-based sauces. If you must have something sweet after your meal have coffee and a chocolate or two in place of dessert.
7. Cut down on alcohol
There are a huge number empty calories in alcoholic drinks. If you drink a lot it can really pile on the pounds. And then as often as not you’ll end up snacking on peanuts or other high calorie nibbles along with your drink. A huge added danger with alcohol is that it lowers your inhibitions, mysteriously dissolving your willpower and making healthy eating the last thing on your mind.
8. Choose your snacks with care
It makes sense to eat something about every three hours so that you don’t get too hungry and make poor food choices at meals, grabbing a hamburger and fries because you let yourself go too long without eating. But choose your snacks wisely because those calories can mount up. It’s best to snack on fruit or chopped vegetables if you can or maybe a cracker or two and not overload on calories with potato snacks and chocolate.
9. Cooking not baking
There’s nothing like a baking session for piling on the pounds is there? Because you never bake just for others or eat just one serving do you? Turn your culinary talents to serving up delicious healthy main meals instead. Take pride in your fantastic lunches and dinners and not in your double-choc chip cookie recipe.
10. Plan your food
Use low-calorie and healthy cookbooks to plan your food with care each week before you go shopping. You’ll be less tempted by food you don’t need in the shops if you have a list and as you’ll know exactly what’s for dinner each evening, you won’t ever have to send out for pizza!
Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small
About the Author
Janice Elizabeth is a weight loss coach and author of “The Diet Exit Plan”.
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Interesting.
The notion that obesity makes people sicker is still controversial in some circles. Indeed, there are skinny people who are in poor health while some obese people test just fine for things like hypertension and cholesterol. Still, most medical literature shows that obese people frequently suffer worse health outcomes than normal or even moderately overweight patients. Here are seven ways that can happen. http://www.forbes.com/2009/12/15/obesity-overweight-causes-lifestyle-health-obesity_slide.html?partner=forbeslife_newsletter
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