Reports published consider obesity and being overweight as a growing concern amongst youngsters. Reports state that more than 15 percent of British youngsters are clinically obese.

Obesity affects our body in more than one way. It reduces vitality,
increases the chances of diabetes and hypertension, and puts strain on the heart and respiratory system.

Obesity occurs due to overeating, wrong eating timings and sedentary lifestyle. It usually occurs in people who stay at home and eat out of boredom. As weight increases, they are unhappy and frustrated with their appearance. Many of them resort to dieting. Dieting, however, is not a suggested way to lose weight. It initially helps in doing so but weight loss slows down, because our body to increase its chances of survival starts to conserve

energy by slowing down the metabolism process.

Yoga experts feel that Yoga can help in maintaining weight. Yoga asanas (Postures) followed by Sun Salutation helps in removing blockages, releases energy and rejuvenates body and mind. Gentle, non-rigorous asanas coupled with timely and balanced diet can help in building strength and vitality over a period of time. In UK, schools are planning to fight obesity by introducing yoga for young students.

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