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Could plant-based phytonutrients be the secret weapon against obesity?
The rising global prevalence of obesity represents a major public health challenge. This complex metabolic condition, defined as having a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 30, develops through interplay between genes, environment, and lifestyle choices.
People with obesity face elevated risks for multiple serious health conditions. These include diabetes, heart disease, neurological disorders, and various cancers – particularly those affecting the breast, liver, pancreas, kidneys, gallbladder, and colon.
Traditional eating patterns like Mediterranean, Nordic, African Heritage, Asian, and DASH diets contain beneficial plant compounds that may help address obesity. However, the body’s ability to utilize these natural compounds varies based on several factors, including digestive processes, interactions with other substances, food preparation methods, and individual biological differences.
Given concerns about side effects from weight loss medications, researchers have increasingly focused on dietary approaches using plant-based compounds as a potentially safer treatment option. Numerous studies are examining how these natural dietary components might help combat obesity.
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