• April 27, 2024

1 out of every 7 people is overweight in Mexico, a problem that can be reversed with the implementation of an integral obesity program, that is, that takes into account nutritional, emotional and social factors.

These programs against obesity are fundamental, because the pandemic continues despite the fact that actions have been launched such as the placement of nutritional labels on products and the increase in the tax on soft drinks.

Example to follow

Currently researchers from Global Obesity Prevention Center at Johns Hopkins University they work in programs against obesity that cover aspects of health, politics, economics, environment, social and behavioral influences.

Obesity must be viewed from a multiscale perspective because it is the result of a series of causes or factors "

Know them!

1. Virtual population laboratories for the prevention of Obesity

They are led by center director Bruce Lee. These are computer simulation models to understand the different systems of obesity.

It includes detailed representations of the levels of individual behavior of each person as their social interaction and with the environment.

2. Healthy communities

A team of researchers develops strategies to change eating habits in populations where obesity cases are very high.

The objective is to increase the accessibility, availability and consumption of healthy foods, that is, change the intake of junk food or processed by organic and fresh foods.

The key to these projects against obesity is to understand the relationship that exists between eating habits and emotions. If someone feels bad about himself, he will surely make unhealthy decisions.

The researchers conclude that the people who have participated in their projects have undergone a profound change; not only reduce your Body Mass Index (BMI) and improve the functioning of the body, but also become more proactive and active.

Video Medicine: An Example To Follow (April 2024).