For decades individuals with obesity have been told to embrace a diet low in calories in order to lose weight. Evidence shows that focusing on diet alone is not the answer for a subset of adults with obesity who are adherent to a clinical weight management programme.

Exercise training enhances muscle mitochondrial metabolism in diet-resistant obesity

New research published in the journal eBioMedicine challenges this deeply engrained notion that diet alone is enough to lose weight. Researchers have studied how exercise training enhances muscle mitochondrial metabolism in diet-resistant obesity.

The conclusions reached in this study could be pivotal in improving public health knowledge on how to treat obesity, lose weight and keep it off. It is hoped that the insights gained in this study will help individuals with diet-resistant obesity.

Its exciting and important work. These findings have clinical implications and reveal molecular mechanisms that will drive research for many years to come, comments the studys Senior Author Dr. Mary-Ellen Harper.

Understanding distinct obesity phenotypes is vital in gaining insight into individual variations in weight loss.

Individuals with diet-resistant obesity should focus on exercise

Diet-resistant obesity refers to the patients in the bottom 20% for the rate of weight loss following a low-calorie diet. The study suggests that these patients should prioritise exercise training because it decreases fat mass and boosts skeletal muscle metabolism.

The research team analysed clinical data from over 5,000 records and reviewed 228 files. A subset of 20 women with obesity were identified as suitable participants for a closely supervised exercise programme consisting of 18 progressive sessions using treadmills and weights done three times per week for six weeks.

Exercise preferentially improves skeletal muscle metabolism and enhances weight loss

Using bioinformatics and machine learning approaches to analyse skeletal muscle, the results indicate that exercise preferentially improves skeletal muscle metabolism and enhances weight loss capacity for individuals with obesity who are deemed diet resistant.

These are the type of patients who have suffered as a result of diet restriction; one because they have not lost weight, and two because they have likely been accused of not following diet plans.

Some individuals have enormous difficulty losing weight

For those individuals who have obesity and whove had enormous difficulty losing weight, the message for them is: You are in a group of individuals for whom exercise is particularly important. And thats really going to help you lose weight, says Dr. Ruth McPherson.

Obesity has become an endemic global problem and as a result, it has increased the likelihood of individuals developing a slew of chronic diseases.

Over 42% of American adults are obese

In Canada, two out of every three adults are overweight or obese, and in the US, over 42% of adults are obese.

Dr. Robert Dentdescribed the studys findings as the crowning glory of the research work carried out alongside Drs. Harper and McPherson over two decades. The three partners have collaborated numerous times over the years, helping to unlock the mysteries of mitochondrial energetics and the genetic predictors of weight loss.

Dr. Dent concludes: If you look at a large group of people who are overweight and trying to lose weight, they dont respond to exercise very much. But now weve found that people in this [diet-resistant] obesity phenotype really do.

What the findings are telling us is that when we see individuals with obesity who dont respond to dietary restriction, they should be shunted over to physical activity.

The study has the potential to shake up the science of weight loss and set it on a new path. It emphasises that weight loss programmes should be customised for the individual because a one-size-fits-all approach is not appropriate for those with diet-resistant obesity.

The team is currently recruiting a larger sample size to continue their research into obesity and weight loss.

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Most everyone wants to eat well because that is the primary way to stave off disease, get stronger, and increase energy levels. However, sometimes the nutritional decisions we make are founded on practices and rules that simply arent accurate or true. In part 3 of this series, lets take a look at more food myths and facts.

Myth: Carob is more healthful than chocolate. Fact: Carob is often marketed as a healthy alternative to chocolate. Carob is produced from the pod of the carob tree. It is naturally sweet and is usually sold as a powder, chip, bar, or syrup. Chocolate is made from fermented roasted and ground cocoa seed kernels. Carob does contain some dietary fiber, B vitamins, and antioxidants, with no caffeine or theobromine (a compound found in chocolate that actually provides healthful benefits). However, processed carob usually comes with added sugar and fat, so unless youre eating pure carob, there arent many health advantages to choosing carob over chocolate.

Myth: White chocolate is a type of chocolate. Fact: White chocolate is not actually chocolate-and it doesnt really taste like it. White chocolate is made from cocoa butter mixed with sugar, and vanilla is added for flavoring.

Myth: A raw diet is best for nutrient uptake. Fact: Raw diets do provide some health benefits such as fewer calories and high fiber. However, this strategy can be nutritionally inadequate, and restrictive, as not all foods are best eaten raw. Properly cooking some foods actually increases their nutrient bioavailability. Thats just a fancy phrase for the ease with which the body can extract and use nutrients. Cooked tomatoes, for example, yield almost twice the amount of the cancer-fighting phytonutrient lycopene as fresh tomatoes. Steaming broccoli increases its healthful compounds, glucosinolates, and steamed green beans have greater cholesterol-lowering benefits than raw green beans.

Myth: To lose weight you must give up your favorite foods. Fact: You dont have to surrender your favorites to lose body fat. As many of you know, football season is upon us, and I love it. However, its difficult for me to enjoy a football game whilst munching on broccoli florets. The truth is that you can still indulge in small amounts of your favorite high-calorie foods. Just be ready to get back to clean eating and working out.

Myth: Eating fat makes you fat. Fact: While its true that fat grams contain more calories (9 calories per gram) than protein or carbohydrates (4 calories per gram), thats not the whole story. Healthful dietary fats, such as those found in nuts, olive oil, salmon, and avocados, are still an essential component of our diets. Also, consuming fats help keep you satiated by slowing the digestion process, so you stay fuller longer and eat less.

Myth: You should wash chicken before cooking. Fact: It may seem like common sense to wash off your chicken before cooking, but this could do more harm than good. The minute water is introduced, pathogens are given the ability to migrate from the chicken to other places, which could contaminate your kitchen. Also, water alone does not kill bacteria. Cooking to proper temperatures kills bacteria. By the way, the same goes for fish.

Myth: Carbohydrates are bad for you. Fact: You cant live without carbohydrates. They are the bodys main source of fuel. There are three types of carbohydrates: monosaccharides (honey or cane sugar), disaccharides (beetroot or carrots), and polysaccharides (corn, rice, or potatoes). In the body, carbohydrates are converted into glycogen. Glycogen is to you what starch is to a potatoits animal sugar, and it fuels your skeletal muscles, brain, kidneys, heart muscles, and central nervous system. I do recommend consuming more polysaccharides, as these wont tend to drive up blood sugar levels like monosaccharides, which can lead to type 2 diabetes.

David Crocker is a nutritionist and master personal trainer. Questions? Email David at dwcrockker77@gmail.com. Or text to 864-494-6215.

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Several studies have found how sugar and its components cause some of the most common health issues. So we have some suggestions on how you can limit its consumption in your daily routine.

With all the information on how to make your diet healthier, it can often get confusing as to where to start from. However, one of the first things that one should limit their consumption of - happens to be sugar. Several celebrities and nutritionists often talk about how cutting down or stopping sugar consumption is one of the main things they do for a healthier body. According to a 2013 study reported at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association (AHA), the harmful effects of sugar are primarily due to the weight gain from added sugar in the foods we eat and sugar-sweetened beverages. In another study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association in 2013, researchers found that fructose, but not glucose, altered blood flow in areas of the brain that stimulate appetite. High-fructose corn syrup and fructose stimulates our appetite which in turn leads us to eat more.

So how can you embark on this journey of no sugar? We have curated a list of some suggestions:

Take it slow

You do not need to go cold turkey when quitting sugar. According to Harvard Health, if you stop eating even a single piece of candy or cake, you will only crave sweets more. So instead eat a healthy diet made up of more satisfying foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, healthy oils, and lean protein.

Stop consuming sugary drinks

Stay away from drinks like aerated drinks, sports drinks, sweetened teas and coffees. According to Healthline, your body does not recognise calories from drinks in the same way as those from food. Calories from drinks are absorbed quickly and this results in a rapid increase in your blood sugar level.

Avoid confectionery items

Limit your consumption of cakes, biscuits, cookies, donuts and other such items that are loaded with sugar. Healthlinereports that such items are loaded with sugar, which causes blood sugar spikes that can leave you feeling tired and hungry and make you crave more sugar.

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A California bill banning the sale of weight loss supplements and over-the-counter diet pills to customers under the age of 18 is one step away from passing in the California State Senate after being approved by the Senate Appropriations committee. Passage of Californias Assembly Bill 1341, health policy experts and student advocates said, is a long overdue step toward rectify the lack of regulations on weight loss supplements in the diet industry.

The bill, which passed the Senate Health Committee unanimously in early June, would introduce a fine of up to $1000 per infraction for retailers violating its terms. Previously, the bills biggest obstacle came from corporate campaigns in the supplement industry. But several companies previously in opposition, including the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, American Herbal Products Association and California Retailers Association, went neutral after recent amendments, which removed requirements to place weight loss supplements behind the counter or in a locked case.

Although the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly cautions young people against using diet pills for weight loss, a survey published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that 11% of teens have used some form of weight loss supplement in their lifetime, which can result in severe health damages such as heart attacks, strokes, liver failure or even death.

Bryn Austin, a social and behavioral sciences professor at Harvard University, said that companies that sell weight loss supplements prey on vulnerable consumers like adolescents for profit. Every year, dietary supplements send around 23,000 Americans to an emergency room, and a quarter of these cases are caused by weight loss supplements.

Dietary supplements sold with false promises to promote weight loss are not only ineffective, they can be downright dangerous, Austin said. Assembly Bill 1341 gives California lawmakers the chance to take meaningful action to protect children in the state from these harmful products.

Sarina Deb 23, president of Students Against Eating Disorders, also cautioned adolescents against relying on weight loss products that claim to guarantee quick changes to their physical appearance. As a survivor of the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, Deb said she is grateful her parents prevented her from purchasing diet pills.

Diet pills are often gateway drugs to, and behaviors of, eating disorders, Deb said. We need to do what we can to protect kids from falling into the trap of engaging in the consumption of these non-scientific, psychologically harmful pills.Deb was previously an editor at The Daily.

According to Austin, weight loss products are easily accessible in stores and online venues, despite the lack of scientific evidence regarding their health implications. The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, passed by President Bill Clinton in 1994, did not require dietary supplement companies to undergo pre-screening by the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before selling to consumers. As a result, the FDA recalls weight loss supplements containing toxic ingredients only after a reported incident.

Pediatrics professor Neville Golden said most weight loss supplements work by suppressing the consumers appetite or by making them feel full for a longer period of time. While they may help with short-term weight loss, many products have potentially dangerous side effects such as elevated heart rate, high blood pressure and increased nervousness, Golden said.

For long term weight loss, Golden said most physicians would instead recommend lifestyle modifications consisting of making healthy food choices and engaging in daily physical activity. Diet pills do not lead to weight loss that can be sustained, he said.

The mental and physical consequences often far outweigh the potential benefits. A study published in the American Journal of Public Health revealed that adolescents who use weight-loss supplements or over-the-counter diet pills are four to six times more likely to be diagnosed with an eating disorder within the next three years.

Eating disorder rates surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, with hospitals around the United States seeing two times as many patients seeking treatment for an eating disorder.

Anorexia took away my personality, happiness and relationships, Deb said. According to her, prohibiting minors from purchasing over-the-counter diet pills without a prescription is a step in the right direction to address some of the harms of unattainable standards created by the diet industry.

The California State Senate will vote on the bill Tuesday. Until then, Deb and many others can only wait and hope legislators will do the right thing.

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Who doesn't like to look at a rainbow that wins your heart instantly with its colourful and delightful appearance? Eating a colourful diet which includes the colours of a rainbow not only helps enhance your eating experience but also keep micro nutritional deficiencies and chronic ailments like diabetes, heart disease, kidney ailments at bay. Rainbow diet is nothing but bringing different-coloured fruits and vegetables to your plate together. (Also read: Easy-to-follow weight loss tips for men and women)

Such a diet ensures you have wonderful nutrients, be it phytonutrients, flavonoids, fibre, resveratrol, essential vitamins and minerals, in required amounts and improve not only the functions of your body but also of brain. From minimising inflammation, improving immunity, promoting weight loss to warding off deadly diseases, colourful foods have multitude of benefits.

It is also advised to either boil, steam or stir-fry your meals and avoid cooking methods like deep-frying, to maximise health benefits of colourful foods.

"Colourful foods please the eyes, soothe the stomach and ameliorate health. Colourful foods contain phytonutrients which impart colour to the food. The phytonutrients/ phytochemicals present in these foods have the ability to protect the body from inflammation, various cancers and environmental stress. These foods are also a rich source of fibre which helps in weight loss & management, sugar control, lowering cholesterol level," says Dr Aparna Govil Bhasker (Bariatric Surgeon) Saifee, Apollo, Namaha Hospitals, Mumbai.

In the Indian culture, white and brown colours dominate the food plate and the portion of colourful foods (fruits & vegetables) is very small. Most of the times, vegetables are overcooked. Over-cooking not only makes them lose their original colour but it also decreases nutrient content and aroma, says registered dietician, Mariam Lakdawala.

Mariam Lakdawala also suggests different coloured foods one must eat and their benefits.

Green colour foods:

Green leafy vegetables are very low-calorie foods rich in many important nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, fibre, iron, potassium, calcium and antioxidants. These leafy vegetables contain a variety of phytonutrients like beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin.

Peas are a good source of vegetarian protein.

Grapes are a good source of resveratrol, potassium, vitamin C and vitamin K.

Green Moong is a rich source of folate, potassium, magnesium and fibre.

Pistachios are a good source of healthy fats, vitamin B6, thiamine and antioxidants.

Amla is a potent source of vitamin C.

Red colour foods:

Red foods contain phytonutrients such as lycopene and anthocyanin. It also contains ellagic acid, quercetin, fibre, vitamin A and vitamin C.

Tomatoes are the richest source of lycopene.

Pomegranates has anti-inflammatory properties.

Cranberries are rich in pro-anthocyanidin which helps to prevent urinary tract infection and H pylori infection.

Beetroot is an antioxidant rich food and a good source of potassium, fibre, folate, vitamin C and nitrates.

Blue and purple colour foods:

Blue and purple foods contain nutrients including anthocyanin, lutein, zeaxanthin, resveratrol, vitamin C, fibre, flavonoids, ellagic acid, and quercetin.

Blueberries are rich in polyphenol antioxidants and anthocyanins.

Eggplant is a rich source of manganese, a mineral essential for bone health.

Plums are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, fibre, cholinergic acid that helps to manage sugars and appetite.

Black currants are a rich source of vitamin C.

Purple cabbage is rich in anthocyanin, fibre, provitamin A and vitamin C.

Orange and yellow colour foods

Orange and yellow foods mainly contain beta-cryptoxanthin, beta-carotene and alpha-carotene, nutrients that can be converted into vitamin A. Additionally, these foods contain potassium, zeaxanthin, vitamin C, flavonoids and lycopene.

Carrot is a rich source of beta-carotene.

Corn is a source of potassium, lutein, fibre and antioxidant quercetin.

Lemons are a good source of vitamin C, fibre, vitamin B6 and magnesium.

Apricots are a source of vitamin A, vitamin E, beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin and vitamin C.

Orange and yellow colour dals are a source of vegetarian protein.

"Make sure that 50-60% of your plate is filled with these colourful foods so that your health is more vibrant than ever. Also dont overcook your food. It takes away all the nourishment from it. Each day, make it a challenge to have as many colours as possible on your plate," says Dr Aparna Govil Bhasker.

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120

Base year

2021

Forecast period

2022-2026

Growth momentum & CAGR

Accelerate at a CAGR of 6.5%

Market growth 2022-2026

$ 1.91 billion

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth (%)

5.9

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North America, APAC, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America

Performing market contribution

APAC at 44%

Key consumer countries

US, China, Japan, UK, and Germany

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Leading companies, competitive strategies, consumer engagement scope

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Ample Foods, Ancient Nutrition, Bulletproof 360 Inc., Dang Foods Co., Essentially Keto, Fat Snax, Genesis Foods, Glanbia Plc, Hunter and Gather Foods Ltd, Ketoandco, KetoLogic, Know Brainer Foods LLC, Nestle SA, NOW Health Group Inc., Perfect Keto LLC, Project Hecubus LLC, Pruvit Ventures Inc., The Good Fat Co. Ltd., and Zenwise LLC

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NAGOYA, Japan Japanese children walk differently than kids from other countries because of their healthy diet, according to new research.

They are among the healthiest in the world, eating raw or just lightly cooked fresh ingredients.Fewer than one in five are overweight and it shows in their gait, say scientists. Their findings have implications for abnormalities like intoeing and outtoeing, where the feet are not aligned with the legs.

We believe differences in lifestyle, build and cultural factors all affect Japanese childrens gait, says lead author Dr. Tadashi Ito, of Nagoya University, in a statement.This is not likely to affect the health of Japanese children. But it does indicate characteristics different from those of children in other countries.

Another significant reason could be school meals, an integral part of everyday life for Japanese children since 1889.Rice balls and grilled fish were given to children living in poverty in remote communities in the north. They are made from local ingredients, such as baked cod with sweet corn and bok choy, served with minestrone soup and a carton of milk. The program was expanded in the aftermath of World War II.

Ito and colleagues analyzed 3D data recorded by markers attached on the lower limbs of participants.Gait is a complex, unconscious motor pattern, essential for most daily activities. It comprises a sequence of movements that involve the hip, knee, and foot.From a medical point of view, gait is critical to measuring quality of life and health. The forces involved help treat people with movement disorders.

The study is based on 424 pupils recruited from two primary schools. It found patterns differed by age. There was an increase in cadence, the number of steps performed in one minute, among 11- and 12-year-olds compared to 6- to 8-year-olds.Results also reveal a reduction in step and stride in the former group compared to those aged 9 and 10. And they had less range of motion of the knee during the gait cycle.

As children aged, a higher plantarflexion was observed the motion when you point your toes at the start of the walking movement.

These results provide an important tool for assessing normal and pathological gait and can determine the effectiveness of orthopedic treatment and rehabilitation for gait disorders, adds Ito.

Japans staple food is rice. The advantage of short-grain rice, preferably brown, or haiga partially milled rice, is it is water-rich when cooked, fluffy, and much lower in calorie density than bread or pasta.All that belly-filling rice might also displace less healthy foods,reducing the overall number of calories eaten.

The study is published in the journal Scientific Reports.

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Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas in response to food ingestion. Insulin resistance is described as a state when the energy from our food ingested and converted to glucose is not able to enter the cells of our muscles, liver and fat where they are converted to energy. The outcome of this is an increased sugar level in our blood and also an overworked pancreas. Causes for this are still being investigated, but genetic predisposition. Obesity, visceral obesity, food habits, lack of physical activity and some medications may lead to Insulin resistance. Short-term insulin resistance is not the problem but chronic hyperinsulinemia is dangerous for our health. It leads to obesity, increased triglycerides, hardening of arteries, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome including heart diseases, diabetes and PCOS.

Preventing and reversing Insulin resistance by eating the right food is simple and doable but needs discipline and consistency.

Glycaemic Index is a measure of the effect of food on blood sugar. Foods with a high GI need more insulin for their assimilation, on the other hand, foods with low or medium GI help reverse insulin resistance. Foods with a GI 0f more than 70 are best avoided, these include foods with a high amount of carbs but no fibre, and foods that contain sugars. Sweetened beverages, tinned fruits, white rice, white bread, potatoes, and breakfast cereals are some examples of high GI foods. These should be consumed the least, when unavoidable pair them with a high fiber, high protein food.

(Also Read:5 Low Glycemic Index Recipes For Healthy And Wholesome Meal)

Potato is an example of a high GI food.

Carbs are a very important part of a healthy diet. By choosing high fiber whole grains you add fibre, phytonutrient antioxidants, and medium to low GI foods, and they digest slowly keeping the energy levels up and avoiding most meal sugar spikes. All of these help control insulin resistance and also protect against heart diseases, diabetes and obesity. Carb counting can also be practised to control portion sizes.

Sugar in any form raises blood sugar and also has a detrimental effect on insulin resistance. Be it soft drinks, sweetened juices, mithais, iced teas, vitamin drinks, energy drinks, all contain sugar. Read the labels and look for hidden sugars like high fructose corn syrup, and artificial sweeteners to control the insulin spikes.

This is one important nutrient for controlling insulin resistance. Fill up half your plate with low-carb vegetables, in addition to fibre they add vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that protect against a host of health conditions. Whole grain fibre is particularly helpful for addressing insulin resistance. The insoluble fibre present in whole grains delays the release of carbs into the blood preventing spikes, it is very effective in controlling insulin resistance as a number of studies have shown. Add a whole, unprocessed grain to at least one meal a day. Barley is particularly effective for sugar control.

(Also Read:Carbohydrates and Diet: How Much Do You Really Need in a Day?)

Barley can be an effective way to control blood sugar spikes.

Healthy fats play a vital role in controlling Insulin resistance. Saturated and trans fatty acids have a negative effect on insulin. Choosing the right quality is more important than quantity. Infact, high-fat foods actually reduce sugar spikes. But please do not go overboard. Choose fats from seeds and nuts like almonds, walnuts and chia/ flaxseeds. Have a handful a day. Cooking oils should be rich in mono-unsaturated fats like peanut, olive and safflower oils. Mustard oil is also rich in healthy monounsaturated fats.

Proteins, the bane of Indian food habits, must be included in every meal. This effect the weight positively and helps maintain muscle mass rather than fat mass. Proteins add satiety to a meal. whole dals, and legumes add fiber and antioxidants, both of which protect the body. Proteins as snacks are a good option.

(Also Read:Dairy Rich Diet: From Paneer To Ghee, 5 Milk Products You Can Add To Your Diet)

Include dairy products in your diabetes diet.

Dairy products are showing a positive effect on controlling blood sugars in recent studies. They add proteins, protective Vitamin D and calcium. Dairy fat contains trans-palmitoleic acid, which the researchers at Harvard School of Public health, have found to be very supportive in minimizing the risk of insulin resistance.

Apart from these particular foods, we must also follow certain other diet tips to improve insulin resistance.

All in all, insulin resistance can be controlled with mindful eating and a healthy lifestyle, but you need to do so every day and not once in a blue moon.

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Infertility rates in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are rising and are more than twice the global average, according to research carried out by ART Fertility Clinics, which has medical centres across the region. Global estimates of infertility are approximately 15 per cent, while data suggests that rates in GCC states are as high as 35 to 40 per cent.

"We are seeing a continuous upward trajectory in primary and secondary infertility in our region due partly to cultural and lifestyle-related issues," Al Arabiya quoted Dr Carol Coughlan, medical director of ART Fertility's clinic in Dubai as saying. "An in-depth study conducted by ART Fertility Clinics has shown that in the GCC, there are additional factors pertaining to this particular region which contribute significantly to the documented increasing infertility rates."

She added that the study highlighted "the need to add region-specific counselling and treatment modalities to the current standard evaluation of infertile couples."

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According to Dr Sandesh Kade, a gynaecologist at the same clinic, it is important that infertility is seen as both a male and female issue. "First, male and female factors must be identified to treat infertility," he said. "After the early identification of the problem, it can be corrected medically/surgically."

Research by the clinic revealed that there are many causes of infertility around the world including advanced maternal age, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, uterine fibroids and male factor infertility. Other factors may vary from country to country, and might be associated with climate, social, cultural, economic or religious disparities.

"The prevalence of obesity is rising globally with the Middle Eastern regions notably reporting extremely high obesity rates," said the clinic. "A sedentary lifestyle, lack of physical exercise, and high-calorie diets are common contributory factors to the increasing prevalence of obesity." The latter, it added, "seems to be related to an increased risk of infertility due to hormonal irregularities and ovulatory dysfunction."

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