Browsing: Obesity

The vibrating capsule, likened to the feeling of drinking a glass full of water before eating, targets the brain’s perception of satiety. When ingested 20 minutes prior to a meal, it stimulates mechanoreceptors, which in turn signal the brain via the vagus cranial nerve. This signal initiates the production of hormones such as insulin, GLP-1, C-peptide, and PYY, reducing hunger and enhancing the digestion process. In animal models, this mechanism resulted in a reduction of food consumption by about 40%.

In a heart-rending incident in Jakarta, Indonesia, a 27-year-old man, Muhammad Fajri, tragically lost his life due to complications resulting from his morbid obesity. Fajri, who weighed around 300kg, developed severe leg infections. His weight caused significant disruption to his body’s metabolism, culminating in his unfortunate death.

Discover the growing epidemic of childhood obesity in Asia and its risks and impact on the younger generation. Read about the prevalence of childhood obesity in countries such as China, India, and Indonesia, and the causes such as urbanization and access to high-calorie foods. Learn about prevention and intervention methods through government initiatives, healthcare professionals, and family involvement.

Indonesia’s one-year-old baby weighs 27kg, wears XXXL diapers and his father’s clothes. Learn more in this article

The World Obesity Federation (WOF) has issued a warning that by 2035, Asia is likely to face a severe obesity…

Trying and failing to lose weight can leave you feeling stuck and defeated. But a larger truth may have been overlooked. This article takes a deeper look at widespread misconceptions, separating fact from fiction when it comes to obesity.