Barophenotypic Characterization – The key to Person Centric Management of Obesity

Kapoor, Nitin; Kalra, Sanjay; Das, Sambit; Kota, Sunil Kumar; Anne, Beatrice; Kumar, Ashok; Punyani, Hitesh; Joshi, Ameya; Unnikrishnan, AmbikaGopalakrishnan; Bhattacharya, Saptarshi

doi:10.4103/ijem.ijem_285_21

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“…While this approach may be too simplistic, there is no denying the fact that obesity is a perfect platform for mind-body medicine. The Ominous Octet of obesity 5 does not mention emotional aspects of obesity pathophysiology, but it is known that mental health and sleep hygiene do contribute 6 directly and indirectly, to the endocrine and metabolic issues listed in the Octet.…”

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Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity

Sanjay Kalra,

Saurabh Arora,

Nitin Kapoor

2024

J Pak Med Assoc

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Oneirotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that is based onvisual imagery and symbolism. In this communication. Wediscuss the role of oneirotherapy, or using vivid imagery,as adjuvant therapy in obesity care. Oneirotherapy can beused to promote acceptance of, and adherence to,prescribed therapy. It may also help improve quality of lifeand enhance self-esteem. However, oneirotherapy alone,without following a healthy lifestyle and or taking antiobesitymedication, will help manage weight only in one’sdreamsKeywords: Holistic care, mind body medicine, personcentriccare, psychosocial aspects

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Section: Obesitymentioning

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Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity

Sanjay Kalra,

Saurabh Arora,

Nitin Kapoor

2024

J Pak Med Assoc

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“…It can be defned as "the sum of all attributes, both biophysical and social, which contributes to the overall impact of obesity on health." Te barophenotype is portrayed by an ABCDE rubric [54]. Table 4 depicts the barophenotypic characterization.…”

Section: Obesity Evaluationmentioning

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Defining and Diagnosing Obesity in India: A Call for Advocacy and Action

Kalra,

Kapoor,

Verma

et al. 2023

Journal of Obesity

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The prevalence of overweight and obesity has more than doubled since 1980, and it is predicted that around two-thirds of the global burden of the disease will be attributed to chronic non-communicable diseases. Developing countries are experiencing a more dramatic rise in the prevalence of obesity in recent years. As per National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5), one in every four Indians is now having obesity. It has been reported that being overweight and obese is a significant problem among different socioeconomic spectrums of men and women in India, especially among the elderly, people residing in urban regions, and diverse socioeconomic strata. There is an urgent need to identify obesity as a chronic disease requiring immediate attention, mandating timely screening, timely treatment, and economical ways of achieving and managing weight loss across the country. In this review, the authors have discussed various aspects of overweight and obesity and critically appraised the current status of obesity in India, its public health implications, the significance of screening, the role of BMI and other parameters in diagnosing obesity, and the need for treatment and cost-effective prescriptions.

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“…7 The ABCDE model of baro-phenotypic characterisation assists in a 'quantum' evaluation of obesity, and in planning management strategies as well as targets. 8 The lack of a single therapeutic target precludes the use of a single class of drugs for management. Therefore, a combination of tools and techniques is usually required to manage obesity.…”

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From Newtonian concepts to a quantum understanding: The evolution of endocrinology and metabolism

Sanjay Kalra,

Saurabh Arora,

Nitin Kapoor

2023

J Pak Med Assoc

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Conventional endocrinology is based upon linear or Newtonian feedback mechanisms. This framework helps in learning and sharing science in a lucid and simple manner, just as Newton’s Laws clarified our understanding of physics. Modern endocrinology and metabolism are more confusing, as exemplified by the multifarious etiopathogenic factors that continue to be unearthed for various diseases, such as obesity and diabetes. These diseases tend to follow a model similar to that of quantum physics. We propose a Quantum theory of baro-mechanics to help understand the complexity that surrounds metabolic disease, especially obesity. Hopefully, this insight will help mitigate the frustration that one encounters while managing these conditions. Keywords: Bariatric medicine, endocrinology, obesity, pathogenesis, person centred care.

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Barophenotypic Characterization – The key to Person Centric Management of Obesity

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Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity

Oneirotherapy in Overweight and Obesity

Defining and Diagnosing Obesity in India: A Call for Advocacy and Action

From Newtonian concepts to a quantum understanding: The evolution of endocrinology and metabolism

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