Obesity
What Is It?
Ever feel like you just look at a cheesecake and gain weight? Welcome to the frustrating, real-world experience of obesity — not just “a few extra kilos,” but a full-blown metabolic condition where excess body fat affects your physical and emotional health. Globally, 1 in 3 women are overweight or obese, and in India alone, obesity has nearly doubled in women over the past 20 years.
But here’s the part no one talks about — it’s not just about willpower or skipping dessert. Obesity is a multi-layered health condition with roots in hormonal imbalances, stress, poor sleep, emotional eating, and yes, that demanding 9-to-9 lifestyle.
Your body isn’t lazy — it’s confused. And we’re here to un-confuse it.
Why It Happens?
Obesity isn’t caused by “eating too much and not moving enough” — at least not entirely. It’s often a perfect storm of:
- Hormonal chaos (insulin resistance, leptin resistance, cortisol spikes)
- Emotional eating triggered by stress or burnout
- Sedentary lifestyles, thanks to OTT platforms, traffic, and fatigue from online meetings
- Nutrient deficiencies from processed, convenience-driven meals
- Sleep deprivation, which alters your hunger-regulating hormones
So no — your body’s not betraying you. It’s signalling distress. And the sooner we decode it, the better.
Common Symptoms:
- Unexplained weight gain or inability to lose weight
- Fat accumulation around belly, thighs, or upper arms
- Chronic fatigue, even after sleeping
- Joint pain, knee strain, or backache
- Breathlessness after minor exertion
- Cravings (especially sugar and salt)
- Emotional eating or food guilt
- Sleep issues or snoring
Symptoms May Overlap With:
- PCOS
- Hypothyroidism
- Insulin resistance
- Depression or anxiety
- Menopause-related changes
Latest Research & Trends
Obesity is now linked not just to heart disease and diabetes, but also to fertility issues, autoimmune conditions, and even mental health. What’s new? Doctors are acknowledging the hormonal and inflammatory roots of weight gain — and moving away from “just eat less” advice.
In India, over 25% of adult women are now classified as obese. And it’s not just a big-city problem — Tier II and III cities are catching up fast due to processed food penetration and urban stress. The good news? Even a 5-10% weight loss can drastically reduce risk factors.
Future Outlook
By 2030, half of all Indian women are expected to be overweight or obese. But awareness is growing. More women are ditching crash diets and embracing science-backed, body-positive programs rooted in hormonal nutrition, gut health, and long-term lifestyle tweaks.
It’s not about the number on the scale. It’s about waking up lighter — physically, emotionally, hormonally.
How The Wellness Switch Can Help?
At The Wellness Switch, we don’t promise 10 kgs in 10 days. What we do offer is a root-cause weight reset, tailored to your hormones, eating patterns, and stressors.
We begin with hormonal assessments and mindset mapping — because your cravings, fatigue, and mood swings aren’t imaginary. Then, our expert team designs sustainable meal plans, movement routines, and stress management rituals that actually fit into your chaotic life.
No guilt. No starving. Just compassionate, research-backed guidance that helps you reclaim your body without resenting it.
