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Obesity
People who are obese are characterized as being 20 percent over their normal body weight according to sex, height, age, and build. Also, obesity can relate to percentage of body fat present. Women who have greater than 25 percent body fat might be considered obese. Men with over 17 percent body fat may also have a problem with obesity. Although obesity by itself may not be dangerous it can cause and exacerbate other physical ailments. These include increasing susceptibility to infections and a higher risk for coronary heart disease, diabetes, gall bladder disease, and high blood pressure.
How alternative medicine may potentially help?
Many supplements may have the power to reduce certain cravings and help breakdown fat. There are herbs that may be used for diuretic purposes and for cleansing the digestive tract.
Herbs
 | Alfalfa, dandelion and horsetail tea may be useful as diuretics. |
| Astragalus has properties that may stimulate the absorption of nutrients, but should not be taken by those suffering from a fever. |
| Butcher's broom, cayenne, green tea, and ginger have thermogenic properties that may be stimulate the burning of fat. |
| Bladderwrack, hawthorne, borage seed and sarsaparilla have qualities that may help to improve thyroid function by promoting proper adrenal gland function. |
| Ephedra, guarana and kola nut may be helpful to suppress appetite. |
| Fenugreek may help to metabolize fat in the liver. |
| Fennel can potentially be helpful as an appetite suppressant and to aid in the removal of fat from the intestines. |
| Kelp has properties that may aid in promoting weight loss. |
| Psyllium husks have properties that may help to reduce feelings of hunger. |
Vitamins
| Vitamin C promotes normal glandular function. |
| Vitamin B-complex may be useful for proper digestion. |
Minerals
| Chromium picolinate may stimulate the metabolism of carbohydrates and help to reduce sugar cravings. |
| Calcium plays an important role in the activation of lipase. |
| Choline may help to stimulate the body's ability to burn fat. |
| Zinc has properties that may improve insulin uptake and stimulate the immune system. |
Other Nutrients
| Spirulina can be used for meal replacement as it provides many essential nutrients. |
| Coenzyme Q-10 has antioxidant properties and may boost energy levels. |
| Essential fatty acids may help to play a vital role in controlling appetite. |
| L-carnitine can potentially stimulate weight loss by breaking down fat deposits. |
Resources
| For more information, contact the Weight-Control Information Network at 1 WIN Way, Bethesda, MD 20892-3665; 301/951-1120, M-F, 9:00-5:00 EST |