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Anthropometry is the measurement of physical characteristics of the body, such as height, weight, and body

proportions. This was discussed at length in quarter 5 Basic Nutrition. While we have a general

understanding of what they are, and when to use them... why is the more important question. These

measurements are valuable in assessing and managing the obese individual. However, although

anthropometry is a useful tool to identify obesity and to monitor changes, it is only a small piece of a

successful weight loss program. The assigned reading "Fat: an evolving issue" examines the complex factors

contributing to obesity and suggests several important areas to examine. This can be used to answer question

There is evidence that obesity is associated with many health risks such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease,

hypertension, hyperlipidemia, stroke and death. All of these risk factors should be assessed when evaluating

an obese client. Inflammation may be the common thread that connects many of these conditions. The

paper, "Inflammation as a link between obesity, metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes" summarizes the

correlation between visceral adiposity, inflammation, and chronic disease. This can be used to answer

question 1.

Case Study ABC (this can be used to answer question 2).

ABC first came to see me 5/11/11. She is a 46 year-old female whose main goal is weight loss. She has been

trying to lose weight “for years”. Her one “success” was about 3 years ago when she was at her lowest weight

of 155 lbs. She accomplished this by eating only 2 meals daily.

Current anthropometric data and health history:

Height- 62 inches Weight- 181.4 lbs BMI- 33.2 Body Fat- 41.6% (BIE-bioelectrical impedence)

AG works in an office, so is sitting most of the day. Twice a week she goes to a second job as a pharmacy

assistant in a local grocery store. Exercise consists of 45-minute sessions on an exercise bike 3-5 times

weekly.

Additional Info:

AG indicates the following health complaints:

Chronic fatigue, thyroid condition (taking levoxyl- 75 mcg daily), skin conditions, bladder infections,

heartburn, constipation, depression, yeast infections

Typical Meals:

Breakfast- 1 cup oatmeal +granola +brown sugar OR bagel with peanut butter OR english muffin with peanut

butter) OR whole grain cheerios +1 cup skim milk; adds sweet n’ low to coffee.

Lunch- salads from salad bar at work- spring mix, beans, avocado, grilled chicken, hard-boiled egg, walnuts

or pecans, light ranch dressing.

Afternoon snack- popcorn (air popped)

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Instructions Assignment 2 Anthropometry is the measurement of physical characteristics of the body, such as height, weight, and body proportions. This was discussed at length in quarter 5 Basic Nutrition. While we have a general understanding of what they are, and when to use them... why is the more important question. These measurements are valuable in assessing and managing the obese individual. However, although anthropometry is a useful tool to identify obesity and to monitor changes, it is only a small piece of a successful weight loss program. The assigned reading "Fat: an evolving issu ...
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