Obesity (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Flashcards
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BMI level that defines obesity
BMI level that defines obesity
BMI of 30 or above
BMI range for overweight (not obese)
BMI range for overweight (not obese)
25 to 29.9
Examples of energy-dense foods
Examples of energy-dense foods
Takeaways, processed snacks, sugary drinks
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
Spending most of day sitting/lying with little exercise
How genetics affect obesity risk
How genetics affect obesity risk
Traits affect food processing & fat storage
Emotional factors causing overeating
Emotional factors causing overeating
Stress and depression
Physical health problems from obesity (name 3)
Physical health problems from obesity (name 3)
Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure
Mental health impacts of obesity
Mental health impacts of obesity
Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression
How obesity affects life expectancy
How obesity affects life expectancy
Significantly reduces it
Components of balanced eating pattern
Components of balanced eating pattern
Fruits, veg, whole grains, lean proteins
Foods to limit to manage obesity
Foods to limit to manage obesity
Fast food, sugary drinks, processed snacks
Why avoid skipping meals?
Why avoid skipping meals?
Leads to overeating later in the day
Best drink choice for hydration
Best drink choice for hydration
Water over sugary drinks
Beyond diet, what's needed to manage obesity?
Beyond diet, what's needed to manage obesity?
Regular physical activity & behavioural changes