Big consequences of losing weight incorrectly

To lose weight, Mr. L. tried many methods - from detox tea, to strict dieting, even fasting completely. However, the result he got was persistent stomach pain.

Health consequences

To lose weight, Mr. L. tried many methods - from detox tea, detox to strict diet, even fasting completely. However, the result he got was not only unchanged weight but also had to face persistent stomach pain.

Losing weight is a long process and requires perseverance. Illustration photo

Mr. D.D.L. (24 years old, Ho Chi Minh City) was originally a chubby boy since childhood. Throughout his high school years, his weight increased steadily, at least 7-8 kg each year.

This made him always feel self-conscious when his friends teased him with things like "Why are you so fat?", "As fat as a pig"... That's why he started looking for weight loss methods since he was in school, especially attractive advertisements on social networks. He secretly bought detox teas to drink.

At first, Mr. L. lost a few kilos, but that was it. Every time he stopped drinking the slimming tea, his weight returned to its original level or even increased. He felt embarrassed and often avoided people when they asked about his weight.

Not stopping there, Mr. L. continued to experiment with strict diets. Some days he fasted completely, hoping to lose weight quickly. “I know it is harmful to my health, but because I want to lose weight, I still try to fast,” he confided.

However, the consequences were inevitable. He began to feel stomach pain. At first, it was just mild pain, but Mr. L. subjectively thought it was a side effect of drinking weight loss tea and continued fasting.

Then the condition became more serious, the severe pain made his skin pale, his health was exhausted, he could not work. When he was hospitalized, the doctor diagnosed him with gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, gastric bleeding - a consequence of the harsh diet and unknown weight loss drugs.

According to medical experts, excessive weight loss and the use of drugs of unknown origin caused Mr. L. to have serious problems with his digestive system.

A diet lacking in essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and fiber reduces the ability of the stomach lining to repair and protect itself. This leads to stomach ulcers and even stomach bleeding.

In addition, using weight loss drugs of unknown origin containing unsafe ingredients can irritate the stomach lining, increase stomach acid secretion or cause dehydration, leading to serious digestive problems.

Realizing the mistakes in the process of losing weight, Mr. L. decided to find a scientific weight loss method to study at a medical facility. When he came to the clinic, Mr. L. weighed 110 kg, was 1m73 tall, had a BMI of 36.8 (kg/m2), and was in the group of grade 2 obesity;

At the same time, there were signs of fatty liver and mild dyslipidemia. "This is the first time I have come to a medical facility with medical standards for a comprehensive examination of overweight and obesity, I feel very secure," he shared.

After evaluating health indicators, Dr. Hoang created a safe weight loss plan for Mr. L., including combining the use of weight loss support drugs, adjusting a reasonable diet, and building a suitable exercise plan.

Dr. Lam Van Hoang, a nutrition and weight loss expert at Tam Anh Weight Loss Center, said that weight loss must be done slowly so that the body has time to adapt. If you lose weight too quickly, it will be easy to regain weight and cause many side effects to your health.

After only 1 month, Mr. L. lost 4 kg, a result beyond his own expectations. Up to now, he has lost a total of 6 kg.

“I lost 6 kg but still look fresh and healthy. I feel much lighter, my muscles are firmer, and the hard fat tissue that has been there for many years has softened. I hope that in the coming months, I will continue to get rid of this excess fat,” he happily shared.

Dr. Hoang also warned that losing weight is not an easy process. Successful weight loss requires not only determination, but also close coordination between the patient and the doctor.

"Weight loss is a long process and requires perseverance. Many patients want to lose weight quickly, but this is not easy and can sometimes lead to unwanted consequences," Dr. Hoang shared.

What Dr. Hoang is particularly concerned about is that there are still many people applying unscientific weight loss methods such as drinking vinegar, using functional foods of unknown origin, or detoxing, which causes the body to not be provided with enough necessary nutrients, leading to metabolic disorders and serious health problems.

Like Mr. L.'s story, safe and sustainable weight loss needs to be done scientifically, combined with a reasonable diet and regular exercise. Choose the right weight loss method, not only to have a slim figure but also to protect your health in the long term.

Implement a synthesis of solutions

Obesity is the culprit causing more than 200 different diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoarthritis, fatty liver and many cancers, especially gastrointestinal cancer.

Research published in 2018 on non-communicable diseases, diet and nutrition in Vietnam from 1975 to 2015 showed that the prevalence of overweight and obesity in adults in Vietnam was 2.3% in 1993 and increased significantly to 15% in 2015, the rate in urban areas was nearly 2 times higher than in rural areas (22.1% compared to 11.2%). Many of these cases were diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, fatty liver, osteoarthritis, etc.

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that at least 2.8 million people die each year from being overweight or obese, and an estimated 35.8 million people (2.3%) are responsible for the global burden of disease due to being overweight or obese. In the United States, approximately 90% of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese (BMI of at least 25 kg/m2).

Being overweight is one of the most common causes of non-communicable diseases. Worldwide , 40 million people die each year from non-communicable diseases, accounting for 70%-75% of global deaths.

A report from the Ministry of Health shows that in Vietnam, non-communicable diseases have the highest mortality rate. Out of 10 deaths, 7 people have non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, etc.

The causes of this condition are smoking, drinking too much alcohol, improper diet, and constant overweight.

Therefore, losing 5%-15% of weight in about 6 months is proven to bring health benefits, prevent complications due to overweight, obesity, and at the same time repel co-morbidities. Weight loss of 20% or more can be considered for people with a BMI greater than 35 kg/m2.

According to doctors, obesity is a complex disease with many causes and factors, including biological (pathological), psychosocial, lifestyle, and nutritional factors.

Therefore, to treat overweight and obesity, it is not only about losing weight but also about reducing the risk of complications and improving health. Good treatment of overweight and obesity, reducing visceral fat can reduce the risk of comorbidities, even reverse the disease.

In addition, doctors help patients improve their nutritional status, do simple exercises, provide psychological support, proper nutrition, and lose weight safely, effectively, and easily.

Weight loss is supported by a team of medical staff, with close coordination between many specialties to achieve effective treatment and maintain sustainable weight loss to avoid weight regain. Multidisciplinary coordination is the foundation of the obesity treatment care model.

Obesity not only affects the appearance but also affects the health of the patient. Losing weight brings great benefits to your health.

Maintaining a healthy weight, while preventing and treating comorbidities, is the main criterion for staying healthy. In addition, patients need to be monitored and re-examined regularly to prevent weight gain and monitor disease risks, as well as treat comorbidities, if any, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and sleep apnea.

Source: https://baodautu.vn/he-luy-lon-khi-giam-can-khong-dung-cach-d240503.html