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* Encouragement for continued progress towards a healthy weight and lifestyle. | * Encouragement for continued progress towards a healthy weight and lifestyle. | ||
==Glossary of terms== | |||
==Satiety== | |||
Satiety is a feeling of fullness or satisfaction after a meal that can influence food intake and overall caloric consumption. It is influenced by a variety of factors, including the type and amount of food consumed, hormones, and individual differences in appetite control. Foods that are high in protein, fiber, or water content can increase feelings of satiety and help with weight management. | |||
==Underweight== | |||
Being underweight is generally defined as having a body weight that is more than 10% below the recommended level for a person's height, age, and gender. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, medical conditions, or eating disorders. Underweight individuals may be at risk for health problems such as weakened immune function, nutrient deficiencies, and decreased muscle mass. | |||
==Visceral Fat== | |||
Visceral fat, also known as belly fat, omental fat, or intra-abdominal fat, is the fat that surrounds internal organs in the abdomen. It is different from subcutaneous fat, which is located just beneath the skin. Visceral fat has been linked to various metabolic disorders, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and insulin resistance. It can be measured through imaging techniques or waist circumference. | |||
==Waist-To-Hip Ratio== | |||
The waist-to-hip ratio is a measure of fat distribution that compares the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. This ratio can be used to assess the risk of certain health conditions, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. A higher waist-to-hip ratio indicates that more fat is stored in the abdominal area, which is associated with an increased risk of health problems. | |||
==Yo-Yo Dieting== | |||
Yo-yo dieting, also known as weight cycling, refers to cycles of weight loss and regain that are commonly experienced by individuals who engage in frequent dieting or weight loss attempts. This pattern of weight loss and regain can be harmful to health and may increase the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Strategies such as adopting a sustainable, healthy eating pattern and regular physical activity may be more effective for long-term weight management than restrictive or fad diets. | |||
==Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)== | |||
Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the minimum amount of energy or calories that a person needs to maintain vital body functions while at rest. BMR represents the amount of energy the body uses to maintain normal physiological functions such as breathing, circulation, and maintaining body temperature. It is affected by various factors such as age, weight, height, gender, body composition, and genetics. BMR accounts for approximately 60-75% of the total daily energy expenditure in sedentary individuals. The measurement of BMR can be useful for determining the number of calories required for maintaining, gaining, or losing weight. | |||
==Miscellaneous Topics== | ==Miscellaneous Topics== | ||
* [[How to reduce weight]] | * [[How to reduce weight]] | ||
