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Weight Management for Adults and Children
Presented from India by Dr. Kamar Afshan0
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Case Description
The term "weight management" describes the methods, habits, and physiological mechanisms that help an individual reach and stay at a healthy weight. The majority of weight-management plans include long-term lifestyle changes that encourage regular exercise and a nutritious diet. Furthermore,...
Case Summary
- The session focused on weight management in both adults and children, addressing the increasing prevalence of obesity globally. Data from a Lancet study (1990-2022) indicated a significant rise in obesity rates across various countries. The importance of understanding the underlying causes of weight gain, rather than just implementing quick fixes, was emphasized.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Kamar Afshan
Clinical Nutritionist, Sugar.fit , Coimbatore.Kamar Afshan is Clinical Nutritionist (Oncology specialist) with 6.4 years of experience in health care sector, Cleared RD (Registered Dietitian in 2020), trained in Critical care Nutrition, Renal Nutrition, Gastroenterology ,Enteral and Parenteral feeding, Diabetic Management & weight management, specialized in Oncology nutrition (Certified), Mental health Assessment (certified) by LISSUN) .She has awarded with Two Best Abstract ward in AICNU & ESPEN conference. Completing PhD on Liver disease (part time), Mental health Assessment (certified).
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