Etiology of obesity

Poh, Bee Koon and Lim, See Meng and Baig, Atif Amin and Chan, Caryn Mei Hsien and Cheah, Yong Kang and Joan, Christine and Mognard, Elise Line and Christelle, Karen and Koo, Hui Chin and Law, Leh Shii and Tung, Serene En Hui and Sharif Ishak, Sharifah Intan Zainun and Shafie, Siti Raihanah and Teh, Shu Chin and Yew, Vivien Wong Chin and Mohd Abu Bakar, Wan Azdie and Mok, Wilfred Kok Hoe and Yong, Heng Yaw and Noor, Mohd Ismail (2024) Etiology of obesity. In: Strategies for the Prevention of Obesity in Malaysia: Expert Reviews and Recommendations (2nd Edition). Malaysian Association for the Study of Obesity (MASO), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, pp. 13-70. ISBN 978-983-43214-1-3

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Abstract

This chapter explores diverse factors influencing obesity, encompassing both modifiable and non-modifiable elements. Genetic and biological factors, which may be challenging to modify, set the foundation for understanding obesity. The regulation of energy balance, involving dietary intake and physical activities, plays an important role in shaping body composition. Unhealthy dietary habits and insufficient physical activity stand out as crucial contributors to the obesity landscape in Malaysia. The impact of food availability, access, and marketing on obesity is examined. Considering economic influences, the price of food and drinks becomes a key aspect influencing dietary patterns. Discussions on food security highlight potential strategies such as taxes on unhealthy foods and subsidies for healthier options. This chapter also delves into the role of urbanisation and socioeconomics, emphasizing how sociological influences can shape dietary changes. Complementing the exploration of dietary factors, the nation also exhibits low physical activity rates, particularly among women, children, and the elderly. The challenges of urbanisation, technological advancements, and sedentary jobs present formidable obstacles to fostering active lifestyles. Moreover, the chapter also addresses sociological influences, encompassing neighbourhood safety and built environments, which contribute to the complex dynamics on obesity. This comprehensive exploration sets the stage for an in-depth analysis of obesity-related factors, providing a foundational understanding for subsequent sections in this book.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Obesity
Subjects:	R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA644.3 Chronic and Noninfectious Diseases and Public Health R Medicine > RM Therapeutics. Pharmacology > RM216 Diet Therapy. Clinical Nutrition T Technology > TX Home economics > TX341 Nutrition. Foods and food supply
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences > Department of Nutrition Sciences
Depositing User:	Dr. Wan Azdie Mohd Abu Bakar
Date Deposited:	20 Jan 2025 16:22
Last Modified:	21 Jan 2025 15:10
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/118228

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