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“Weighing In On Metabolism”- Science for the Public

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The discussion provides an understanding of metabolism, obesity, and diet. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy BMI, making healthy dietary choices, and the role of metabolism in our overall health. Dr Roberts’ advice and knowledge can be beneficial for anyone looking to improve their health and lifestyle, whether they wish to lose weight or not.

Summary: Weight Loss Without Gimmicks

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This is a 12-point summarization of Dr. Roberts’ lecture on “Weight loss that works without gimmicks” in a question and answer format: 1. What is the current state of obesity in America? 2. How has our food supply changed over the years? 3. What is the role of exercise in weight control? 4. What are the dangers of extreme calorie restriction? 5. Are there many false diet claims in the market? 6. What are some of the hardwired biological reasons we eat? 7. What happens after weight loss? 8. How has dieting evolved over the years? 9. What are some universally agreed-upon facts about obesity and diet? 10. How does the environment influence our eating habits? 11. What role should the government play in addressing the obesity crisis? 12. Who is to blame for the obesity crisis?

Weight Loss QA Session

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Here are some answers to questions we are frequently asked. Q: Why is obesity such a significant concern today? Q: What are the primary contributors to the increase in calorie consumption since 1975? Q: What role does the environment play in our eating habits? Q: What are some false claims related to weight loss that consumers should be wary of? Q: What are some of the hardwired biological reasons we eat?

Recent science updates

Recent Science Updates 9-2020
Did you know your intestinal microbiome and your immune system are tightly linked? Your microbiota are vital for extracting nutrition from your food, maintaining your metabolism, boosting pathogen resistance and immune function, and keeping your intestinal walls healthy. It’s health varies with your diet, lifestyle and environment. Greater nutritional diversity and more fiber leads to a healthier microbiome, which can help you stay healthy.

Are you eating your veggies?

3 health factors fiber, vegetables, exercise
The colon cancer death of Chadwick Boseman, a famous young actor this week is a reminder that cancer screenings and a good lifestyle are important, no matter how healthy you may feel. Currently in the USA, only 5% of people get adequate fiber, only 10% eat the minimum recommended amount of fruits and vegetables, and only 23% exercise enough to meet basic health recommendations.

Learning from the data on COVID weight gain

learning from covid weight gain data
Researchers have suggested that self-quarantine may provoke depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and lifestyle behaviors that could provoke obesity in adults, and this is proving to be the case with some people. • 22% studied gained weight (typically 5-10 pounds). 19% lost weight. • Roughly 65% stated they increased eating because food was readily available, 73% reported giving into cravings, 52% said they were stress-eating more, 73% said they were eating more due to boredom, and 65% said they increased “snacking after dinner.”

Healthy Weight Management in the Age of Coronavirus

Healthy weight management in the age of coronavirus covid-19
It’s clear that COVID-19 is a highly infectious disease that is likely to infect many Americans, and may be especially severe in those who are over 60 years of age or have compromised lungs or immunity, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes or other predisposing conditions. It seems like a big job to avoid catching it while preparing for what to do if the worst happens! As this is on my mind, and likely yours also, I wanted to describe what I’m personally doing to prepare in case anyone finds that useful.

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