7 Facts About Obesity And Bariatic Surgery

Obesity is an increasingly common health problem not only among Malaysians but around the world. This is wake up call for many of us to lead a healthier lifestyle as obesity is a disease and can lead to many health complications. Today we are going to share about the 6 Facts of Obesity and Bariatic Surgery.

7 Facts About Obesity And Bariatic Surgery

Do you know that statistics showed that Malaysia is the fattest country in Southeast Asia? Currently close 44.3% of Malaysians are obese and 1/3 of the world's population is obese the same category. In fact, Malaysia has the highest obesity rate in Southeast Asia accounts for 73 percent of deaths in government hospitals due to non-communicable disease (NCD) especially involving obesity. 

Obesity in Southeast Asia vs Malaysia 

  

What is Obesity?

Obesity is a medical condition that occurs when a person carries excess weight or body fat that might affect their health. A doctor will usually suggest that a person has obesity if they have a high body mass index. An individual will be considered obese when his or her body mass index (BMI) reaching 30 and above. Go for your health check regularly to find out are you obese.

What Causes Obesity?

Various factors contribute to obesity. Among them are excessive consumption of food, lack of physical activity such as exercise, and hormone imbalance and more. Most obesity sufferers may or may not aware that prolong unhealthy lifestyle practices.

What are the Impacts of Obesity?

Well the impacts of obesity are not only on the sufferers physical but also their emotional, psychology, social circles and most important is their health is at risk. Being obese can also increase your risk of developing many potentially serious health conditions, including: type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep disorders known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and atherosclerosis (where fatty deposits narrow your arteries), which can lead to coronary heart disease and stroke. Without we realize that obesity is actually a disease that needs attention, seriously!

Obesity is a disease. Find a Solution by Dr. Mustafa Mohammed, Bariatric Surgeon at iHEAL Medical Centre Kuala Lumpur and KPJ Ampang Puteri

Here we were at the at a Health Awareness Talk about Obesity is a disease. Find a Solution, organized by Medi-Excell Sdn Bhd at Restoran Hydramawt, Wangsa Maju. It was a very informative session and discussion and also an eye-opener about Bariatic Surgery by Dr. Mustafa Mohammed, Bariatric Surgeon at iHEAL Medical Centre Kuala Lumpur and KPJ Ampang Puteri.

How To Prevent Obesity?

How To Prevent Obesity?

During the talk, Dr. Mustafa Mohammed showed there are many ways to prevent obesity such as.

More active physically and run at least 40 minutes every day to achieve fat burning zone.

Increase water intake and minimize consumption sweet drinks such as soft drinks and bubble milk tea.

Practice mindful eating and increase intake of real food: the less process involved, the better.

Eat a high fibre diet that contains grains, vegetables and fruits. Remember to choose fruits that have lower sugar content. 

What is Bariatic Surgery?

What is Bariatic Surgery?

Well, some patients who suffer from severe obesity need more than just a healthy lifestyle like diet and exercise. One of the options or solutions is to undergo bariatric surgery a safe and effective treatment to induce weight loss.

According to Dr. Mustafa, through bariatric surgery or otherwise known as gastric bypass surgery

According to Dr. Mustafa, through bariatric surgery or otherwise known as gastric bypass surgery, patients will be able to control their appetite due to the intake of food quantities and the amount of nutrients successfully absorbed by the body of the patient can be controlled naturally and gradually the patient can achieve their ideal weight. An obese patient can lose up to 30% of their starting weight, depending on the type of bariatric surgery.

What are the Requirements for Bariatic Surgery Patient?

What are the Requirements for Bariatic Surgery Patient?

However, bariatric surgery is not for everyone because of the patient. They should undergo screening tests under the supervision and supervision of a surgeon batriatric first to determine if the patient is really eligible for bariatric surgery or otherwise.

Here are some of the basic requirements for Bariatric Surgery Patient

• BMI reading above 30
• Obese patient who also have other diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, hypertension, difficulty sleeping the night and etc.
• Obese patient who failed to lose weight despite following a controlled diet and exercise
• Obese patient who is at least 18 years old 

Rahim Sepahtu (comedian) an obese patient who has underwent bariatric surgery under the care of Dr. Mustafa shared their experiences about their life, physical conditions, and health before and after the procedure

What to Expect After Bariatic Surgery?

According to Dr. Mustafa after the procedure, obese patient not only able to achieve ideal body weight but also gain a “new life” after regaining their new health and fitness level. Their ideal weight is also permanent, and the patient will not deal with it the issue of 'back to the age of obesity again'.

During the health talk, Rahim Sepahtu (comedian) an obese patient who has undergone bariatric surgery under the care of Dr. Mustafa shared their experiences about their life, physical conditions, and health before and after the procedure.

Well, besides physical and an ideal body weight changes, the most important is they regained their health and fitter. Now they can do more and enjoy more life. Plus the urge to eat like before is also gone, now their appetite in controlled and making it easier to maintain their current weight. 

Health Awareness Talk about Obesity is a Disease by Dr. Mustafa Mohammed, Bariatric Surgeon 

Overall this Health Awareness Talk about Obesity is a Disease is really an eye-opener and I have learned so much about obesity and Bariatic surgery. Thanks to Medi-excell Sdn Bhd and Dr. Mustafa Mohammed for the insightful sharing session.

If you are an obese patient or you know someone who needs help in this area, do contact Puan Rafeah at 016-2330678 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mustafa Mohammed. Last but not least, do follow Dr. Mustafa Mohammed the Instagram account at www.instagram.com/dr.mustafamt for more information, updates, and testimonials regarding obesity and bariatric surgery.