Ivoine Ingraham
02-26-05, - 10:40 PM
Good Health is Good Sense
OBESITY COULD LEAD TO DISABILITY
The Bahamian diet is unhealthy. Peas and Rice, Macaroni, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Fried Plantain, Fried Chicken SPELLS OVERWEIGHT, HEART ATTACK, STROKE, DISABILITY and even DEATH. The Bahamian diet is rich in animal fat, high in cholesterol and certainly puts us in serious jeopardy. We have acquired a serious taste for grease, salt and sugar, thus the unfortunate incidences of diabetes, heart attack and strokes.
Some Bahamians reasoned that their forefathers ate the same diet and lived to be “a ripe old age”. But what they did not say was that their forefathers ate fresh food and they ate from the ground. They ate a large amount of fruits and vegetables, and they rested and drank lots of water. They also did not mention that their forefathers lived in a stress-free society
The Bahamian diet has contributed to too many people experiencing “ill health” and becoming overweight, sometimes too early. Our children are now becoming obese, as early as 6 years old. This is alarming!
A person is considered obese if he or she weighs 20 percent more than the average for a person of the same sex height, and body build. Obesity is considered a health problem, rather than merely a cosmetic concern, because it increases a person’s risk of many serious disorders. For example, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke are twice as likely to strike obese people as those of normal weight. Adult-onset diabetes five times mores more common among obese individuals. Obese women show a progressive increase in risk of cancer of the breast, uterus, and cervix. Osteoarthritis is aggravated by obesity, because excess weight on the hips, knees, and back places a high degree of strain on these susceptible joints.
In the simplest terms, obesity results from an imbalance in energy exchange: Too much energy is taken in (food) without an equal amount of energy output (activity). The body takes these excess calories, turns them into fat, and stores them, which can lead to a weight problem. Though we know how this happens, people have been trying for years to determine the underlying causes – that is, why certain people become obese and others do not. Two main theories have emerged: the fat cell theory and the theory that obesity is a hereditary condition.
The fat cell theory postulates that if you have been programmed to overeat since childhood or if you consume a high-fat and/or high sugar diet, particularly during growth spurts, your body is stimulated to manufacture an excessive number of new fat cells. According to the fat-cell theory, every fat cell your body manufactures stays with you for life and, short of surgery, there is no way to rid yourself of even a single fat cell once your body has manufactured it. The heredity theory holds that some people are simply destined to be obese because overweight runs in families. Indeed, studies have shown that just 7 percent of children born to normal-weight parents grow up to be overweight, while if one or both parents has a weight problem, there is a 40 or 80 percent chance, respectively, that their child also will have a weight problem
Both of these theories probably contain an element of truth, but there is reason to doubt that either of them is entirely correct or accounts for all cases of obesity. Recent research shows that it may be possible to reduce the number of fat cells in the body, if there is a major weight loss. Other studies suggest that even obese people who had two obese parents can slim down to healthy proportions when they modify their diets and begin to exercise regularly. In other words, an inherited tendency to pack on the pounds does not mean that you have no choice but to become (or stay) overweight, just as the number of fat cells in your body is probably not a life sentence. In the final analysis, the experts say, eating and exercise habits are greater determinants of which individuals end up overweight.
People overeat for many reasons. Some simply love food. Many people subconsciously equate food with emotional comfort, and eat to cope with feelings of depression, failure, or low self-esteem. Some use food to reward themselves for minor accomplishments. Many people overeat simply out of habit. A particular problem these days is a dependence on convenience and junk foods, which supply lots of calories but very little nutrition. Heavy consumption of these foods creates an obese individual who – despite the excess weight – may also be malnourished, because he or she is missing the essential nutrients found in fresh, whole foods.
There are certain metabolic and endocrine imbalances that can cause abnormal weight gain. How the body uses insulin is another factor. If your body lacks the ability to clear insulin from the bloodstream quickly, you may feel hungry even when you have eaten enough. If you have a real reason to suspect that your excess weight is a result of something other than eating habits or lack of exercise, consult your physician.
DIETARY GUIDELINES
DON’T GO ON CRASH DIET, and don’t skip meals. These desperate tactics simply do not work. When you provide your body with too few calories (or no calories at all) it will automatically slow down your metabolic rate to conserve and use every nutrient. Instead, follow a diet regime that provides 500 to 1000 calories less than your energy requirements – a level that should yield a weight loss of no more than one or two pounds per week. This will cause your body to burn stored fat for energy, and should result in a safe and steady weight loss.
Before starting any weight loss program, all the accumulated undigested food that has been stored, and has or is still causing serious damage to other organs and is the cause of most major illnesses, should be eliminated.
Paracleanse is a gentle solution to unwanted guests! Could you be living with parasites in your body? According to the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the answer is YES, since parasites live everywhere. In fact, it is estimated that 85-95% of the U.S. population is living with parasites! Paracleanse kill parasites. Paracleanse purges impurities from the body. Eliminate impurities while nourishes the blood. Supports natural immune function
Botanacleanse cleanse, nourish and support your digestive system for good health! Do you ever suffer from low energy, headaches, and mental “fogginess” for which you cannot find an explanation? If so, you may be experiencing the effects of systemic toxicity. Accordingly to traditional medicine practices, proper diet alone is enough to eliminate many of the stored toxins, which accumulate in your digestive systems. BotanaCleanse provides a gentle, mild cleansing with botanicals and natural fibres.
BotanaCleanse nourishes and protects the colon with probiotics to support the “friendly flora” in the colon. All of these natural ingredients work synergistically to cleanse and support the entire body, removing toxins and protecting the colon.
ThermoBalance is a proven fat metabolizer, a synergistic blend to help burn calories, boost energy, supports circulation, and assist mental focus. It also supports healthy digestion and elimination.
Simply Slym is an effective appetite control, fat burning thermogenic effect, consistent blood sugar level, cardiovascular support, that also helps with adrenal gland support digestive and antioxidant support.
CarbLess supports normal blood sugar levels (by aiding in glucose transport into cells) thereby reducing the risks associated with high blood insulin levels. Also encourages your body to burn fats first, which supports weight loss! Reduces the amount of carbohydrates you’ll digest, making fewer carbohydrates
Lipo-Sorb contains a revolutionary fat blocking system designed to help reduce the absorption of dietary fat. Lipo-Sorb contains fractioned Marine Biopolymer Fibre Blend, a revolutionary blend consisting of fibre compounds that have been shown to actually bind and help eliminate dietary fats. Lipo-Sorb also contains a synergistic blend of herbal extracts that support the body in efficiently digesting fat and absorbing vital fat-soluble nutrients. Lipo-Sorb is a safe, powerful way to complement your weight-loss program and help you meet your goals.
Night Lite formula helps the body effectively “reload” its nutrition for the next day and supports your weight loss goals while you sleep.
OBESITY COULD LEAD TO DISABILITY
The Bahamian diet is unhealthy. Peas and Rice, Macaroni, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Fried Plantain, Fried Chicken SPELLS OVERWEIGHT, HEART ATTACK, STROKE, DISABILITY and even DEATH. The Bahamian diet is rich in animal fat, high in cholesterol and certainly puts us in serious jeopardy. We have acquired a serious taste for grease, salt and sugar, thus the unfortunate incidences of diabetes, heart attack and strokes.
Some Bahamians reasoned that their forefathers ate the same diet and lived to be “a ripe old age”. But what they did not say was that their forefathers ate fresh food and they ate from the ground. They ate a large amount of fruits and vegetables, and they rested and drank lots of water. They also did not mention that their forefathers lived in a stress-free society
The Bahamian diet has contributed to too many people experiencing “ill health” and becoming overweight, sometimes too early. Our children are now becoming obese, as early as 6 years old. This is alarming!
A person is considered obese if he or she weighs 20 percent more than the average for a person of the same sex height, and body build. Obesity is considered a health problem, rather than merely a cosmetic concern, because it increases a person’s risk of many serious disorders. For example, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke are twice as likely to strike obese people as those of normal weight. Adult-onset diabetes five times mores more common among obese individuals. Obese women show a progressive increase in risk of cancer of the breast, uterus, and cervix. Osteoarthritis is aggravated by obesity, because excess weight on the hips, knees, and back places a high degree of strain on these susceptible joints.
In the simplest terms, obesity results from an imbalance in energy exchange: Too much energy is taken in (food) without an equal amount of energy output (activity). The body takes these excess calories, turns them into fat, and stores them, which can lead to a weight problem. Though we know how this happens, people have been trying for years to determine the underlying causes – that is, why certain people become obese and others do not. Two main theories have emerged: the fat cell theory and the theory that obesity is a hereditary condition.
The fat cell theory postulates that if you have been programmed to overeat since childhood or if you consume a high-fat and/or high sugar diet, particularly during growth spurts, your body is stimulated to manufacture an excessive number of new fat cells. According to the fat-cell theory, every fat cell your body manufactures stays with you for life and, short of surgery, there is no way to rid yourself of even a single fat cell once your body has manufactured it. The heredity theory holds that some people are simply destined to be obese because overweight runs in families. Indeed, studies have shown that just 7 percent of children born to normal-weight parents grow up to be overweight, while if one or both parents has a weight problem, there is a 40 or 80 percent chance, respectively, that their child also will have a weight problem
Both of these theories probably contain an element of truth, but there is reason to doubt that either of them is entirely correct or accounts for all cases of obesity. Recent research shows that it may be possible to reduce the number of fat cells in the body, if there is a major weight loss. Other studies suggest that even obese people who had two obese parents can slim down to healthy proportions when they modify their diets and begin to exercise regularly. In other words, an inherited tendency to pack on the pounds does not mean that you have no choice but to become (or stay) overweight, just as the number of fat cells in your body is probably not a life sentence. In the final analysis, the experts say, eating and exercise habits are greater determinants of which individuals end up overweight.
People overeat for many reasons. Some simply love food. Many people subconsciously equate food with emotional comfort, and eat to cope with feelings of depression, failure, or low self-esteem. Some use food to reward themselves for minor accomplishments. Many people overeat simply out of habit. A particular problem these days is a dependence on convenience and junk foods, which supply lots of calories but very little nutrition. Heavy consumption of these foods creates an obese individual who – despite the excess weight – may also be malnourished, because he or she is missing the essential nutrients found in fresh, whole foods.
There are certain metabolic and endocrine imbalances that can cause abnormal weight gain. How the body uses insulin is another factor. If your body lacks the ability to clear insulin from the bloodstream quickly, you may feel hungry even when you have eaten enough. If you have a real reason to suspect that your excess weight is a result of something other than eating habits or lack of exercise, consult your physician.
DIETARY GUIDELINES
DON’T GO ON CRASH DIET, and don’t skip meals. These desperate tactics simply do not work. When you provide your body with too few calories (or no calories at all) it will automatically slow down your metabolic rate to conserve and use every nutrient. Instead, follow a diet regime that provides 500 to 1000 calories less than your energy requirements – a level that should yield a weight loss of no more than one or two pounds per week. This will cause your body to burn stored fat for energy, and should result in a safe and steady weight loss.
Before starting any weight loss program, all the accumulated undigested food that has been stored, and has or is still causing serious damage to other organs and is the cause of most major illnesses, should be eliminated.
Paracleanse is a gentle solution to unwanted guests! Could you be living with parasites in your body? According to the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the answer is YES, since parasites live everywhere. In fact, it is estimated that 85-95% of the U.S. population is living with parasites! Paracleanse kill parasites. Paracleanse purges impurities from the body. Eliminate impurities while nourishes the blood. Supports natural immune function
Botanacleanse cleanse, nourish and support your digestive system for good health! Do you ever suffer from low energy, headaches, and mental “fogginess” for which you cannot find an explanation? If so, you may be experiencing the effects of systemic toxicity. Accordingly to traditional medicine practices, proper diet alone is enough to eliminate many of the stored toxins, which accumulate in your digestive systems. BotanaCleanse provides a gentle, mild cleansing with botanicals and natural fibres.
BotanaCleanse nourishes and protects the colon with probiotics to support the “friendly flora” in the colon. All of these natural ingredients work synergistically to cleanse and support the entire body, removing toxins and protecting the colon.
ThermoBalance is a proven fat metabolizer, a synergistic blend to help burn calories, boost energy, supports circulation, and assist mental focus. It also supports healthy digestion and elimination.
Simply Slym is an effective appetite control, fat burning thermogenic effect, consistent blood sugar level, cardiovascular support, that also helps with adrenal gland support digestive and antioxidant support.
CarbLess supports normal blood sugar levels (by aiding in glucose transport into cells) thereby reducing the risks associated with high blood insulin levels. Also encourages your body to burn fats first, which supports weight loss! Reduces the amount of carbohydrates you’ll digest, making fewer carbohydrates
Lipo-Sorb contains a revolutionary fat blocking system designed to help reduce the absorption of dietary fat. Lipo-Sorb contains fractioned Marine Biopolymer Fibre Blend, a revolutionary blend consisting of fibre compounds that have been shown to actually bind and help eliminate dietary fats. Lipo-Sorb also contains a synergistic blend of herbal extracts that support the body in efficiently digesting fat and absorbing vital fat-soluble nutrients. Lipo-Sorb is a safe, powerful way to complement your weight-loss program and help you meet your goals.
Night Lite formula helps the body effectively “reload” its nutrition for the next day and supports your weight loss goals while you sleep.