People in poor general health – often facing financial difficulties and suffering from multiple chronic illnesses.
This classification highlights the need for personalized weight control strategies.
Fat distribution: android and gynoid type
Android type (apple-shaped): More common in men, fat accumulates mainly around the abdomen.
Gynoid (pear-shaped) type: More common in women, fat is stored around the hips and thighs.
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Types of obesity and how to control them
Upper body (android type)
Cause: Excessive calorie intake and lack of exercise.
Solution: Limit your sugar intake and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Consult a doctor.
Abdominal obesity (android type)
Cause: stress, anxiety or depression.
Solution: Manage your mental health through relaxation and regular physical activity. Consult a professional if necessary.
Lower body (gynoid type)
Cause: More common in women due to hormonal factors.
Solution: Include lower-body and cardio exercises. Professional support is sometimes necessary.
Abdominal bloating (android type)
Cause: Excessive alcohol consumption or respiratory problems.
Solution: Cut down on alcohol and practice breathing exercises.
Lower body with swelling down to the lower legs (gynoid type)
Cause: Common in pregnant women, causing swelling.
Solution: Water aerobics and leg lifts reduce discomfort.
Large, prominent belly with fat on the back (android type)
Cause: Sedentary lifestyle and unstable blood sugar levels.
Solution: Move more and stabilize your blood sugar with small, frequent meals.
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