NSD 225 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Osteoarthritis, Underweight, Energy Economics
19 Oct 2017
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Body weight relative to height that does not increase the risk of developing weight related health problems or diseases. Almost 69% of adults are either overweight or obese. Losing just 5-10% of body weight can produce health benefits. Excessive calorie restriction and / or physical activity. Nutrient deficiencies, electrolyte imbalances, low energy levels, decreased concentration. Low body protein and fat stores, depressed immune system, medical complications. The current standard for assessing the healthfulness of body weight. Bmi does not tell the whole story. Not okay to be thin from starvation, undernourishment or eating disorders. The relative proportions of fat and lean tissue that make up the body. Young, healthy female = 14-31 % of total weight. Young healthy male = 6-24% total weight. With age = lean body mass decreases, body fat increases. Where the fat is located is also very important in determining health risk. Increases risk of heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, measure.
