Being Overweight Increases the Risk of Diabetes

Beware of Abdominal Obesity (Metabolic Syndrome)

 

Abdominal obesity, also known as metabolic syndrome, is a group of metabolic abnormalities characterized by excessive fat accumulation around the waist.

๐ Decreased HDL-C (good cholesterol)

๐ Increased triglycerides

๐ Impaired glucose metabolism

 

Key Indicators of Abdominal Obesity

 

Waist circumference

๐ Men: ≥ 90 cm

๐ Women: ≥ 80 cm

 

HDL-C levels

๐ Men: < 40 mg/dL

๐ Women: < 50 mg/dL

 

Triglycerides: > 150 mg/dL

Blood pressure: ≥ 130/85 mmHg

Blood sugar levels: ≥ 100 mg/dL

 

Why Prevention Matters

 

Maintaining healthy levels of:

๐ Blood sugar

๐ Blood lipids

๐ Blood pressure

๐ Body weight

 

3 Key Principles to Prevent Obesity (3 A’s)

 

1. Food

 

๐ Reduce and avoid high-fat and high-sugar foods

 

2. Exercise

 

๐ Exercise regularly

๐ At least 30 minutes per session, 4 times per week or more

 

3. Emotion

 

๐ Manage stress effectively

๐ Maintain emotional balance

 

Weight Loss Surgery for Diabetes

 

For individuals with obesity and diabetes who cannot lose weight through lifestyle changes, bariatric surgery may be an effective option.

 

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

 

๐ Helps control weight and food intake

๐ Reduces blood sugar levels

๐ May reduce or eliminate the need for diabetes medication

๐ Can lead to diabetes remission

 

Clinical Outcomes

 

๐ Diabetes remission rates: 30-63% (within 1-5 years post-surgery)

๐ Improved cholesterol levels

๐ Lower blood pressure

๐ Enhanced quality of life

๐ Reduced mortality risk

 

Conclusion

 

Obesity is a major risk factor for diabetes, but it is preventable and manageable.

๐ Control weight and waist circumference

๐ Maintain healthy lifestyle habits

๐ Monitor health regularly

 

 

 

 

 

source : PHAYATHAI 1 Hospital
**Translated and compiled by ArokaGO Content Team