Diet and Cure Ashok Vihar, Delhi

Obesity has reached epidemic proportions in India. Waistlines are expanding at a rapid rate. A proper body weight is most conducive to good health. Deviations in the body weight beyond certain limits from normal are detrimental to health and predisposes to many other disorder like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, etc. Successful weight loss can be brought about through a combined nutritional and behavioral approach. The food plan should be well balanced and suited to the particular needs of the individual. The satiety value of food is very important so as to give a feeling of satisfaction and well-being. Adequate amount of protein, fibrous fruits and vegetables, whole grain cereals and pulses provide satiety. Foods to be restricted : High fat foods like butter, processed cheese, chocolate, cream, ice-cream, fatty meats; fried foods like samosa, paranthas, potato chips, etc High carbohydrate foods like breads, cakes, cookies, dried fruits, potatoes, sweet potato,etc Carbonated and malted beverages, alcoholic drinks and sweetened fruit juices.