Diet Rx

Diet for Obesity

An excessive amount of body fat is a sign of obesity, a medical disease. The body mass index of 30 or greater is frequently used to define it. Things such as nutrition, inactivity, heredity, and underlying medical issues, can contribute to obesity.

Eat freely 6 foods

Foods that help with this condition — build meals around these.

DRINKS

  • Herbal Tea

FRUITS

  • Fresh Fruits

GRAINS

  • Whole Grain

MISCELLANEOUS

  • White bread

NUTS AND OIL SEEDS

  • Seeds and nuts

PROTEIN FOOD

  • Lean protein

In moderation 5 foods

Fine occasionally; keep portions and frequency in check.

ANIMAL MEAT

  • Lean meat

FRUITS

  • Dark chocolate

PROTEIN FOOD

  • Nut Butter
  • Fruits with higher sugar
  • Low fat dairy product

Better avoided 6 foods

Foods that tend to make this condition worse.

ANIMAL MEAT

  • Red meat

BEVERAGES

  • Sugary beverages

REFINED GRAIN

  • Refined grains

SWEETS

  • Desserts
  • Alcohol
  • Deep fried foods

This is general dietary guidance for a condition, not a prescription or a personal diet plan. What is right for you depends on your health, medicines and reports — confirm changes with a doctor or dietitian.

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