The Flanerie Blog

While a large, and growing population face obesity and over-weightiness, there are many who fall victim to being underweight . As compared to over-weightiness, being under-weight may be more serious of an issue. Before we continue, let’s understand what does being ‘under-weight’ mean. What Does It Mean?? One is categorized “Under-Weight” when he/she has a BMI that is under 18.5 . BMI is the abbreviated form of Body-Mass Index. It is calculated by dividing your Weight (in kilograms), by the square of your Height (in meters). Or:             BMI = Weight in Kg / (Height in Meters) * (Height in Meters) The main goal for under-weight people is to gain weight - however, this must be done with caution ; it is always better to consult a doctor before doing anything with your health. Before we begin with the process of weight-gain, let’s dive into why some people are under-weight. Why Are Some Under-W...

Have you ever lift your shirt after a workout to look at your abs; with hopes that you’ve finally shed some of that belly - only to realize that nothing’s changed ? Everyone who is undergoing weight-loss has done this once (I have too!). Unlike chest fat, belly fat takes a longer time to burn . This is because of the fat cells located in the belly. But what do I mean by this?? The Science Involved Well, a Fat Cell stores excess energy to be consumed by other cells when in need. When the fat cell “burns”, it releases this energy for other cells to consume. So, how does it “burn”? Burning fat consists of two processes: Lipolysis and Oxidation . Lipolysis is the process of fat cells to release their energy molecules (Or fatty acids), into the bloodstream. These molecules are absorbed (utilized) by other cells through a process called Oxidation. Lipolysis occurs when stimulated through an exte...