Day 1 :
Keynote Forum
Mahendra Shah
Zen Resort Bali, Indonesia
Keynote: The 21st century obesity imperative for healthy eating and sustainable lifestyles
Time : 09:50-10:50
Biography:
Mahendra Shah has more than 40 years of professional experience in academia at University of Nairobi and University of Cambridge, United Nations organizations and agencies such as FAO, WFP, UNDP, etc. and the World Bank and international scientific and policy research institutes like International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) and Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). His professional work is concerned with food security, nutrition and health, sustainable agricultural development and international trade, sustainable development, climate change and international negotiations. In the private sector, since 2004, he is the Founder and President-Director of Zen Resort Bali, where the vision is to create holistic wellness systems where guests experience the knowledge and means to achieving personal harmony with their body, mind and spirit through healthy nutrition and diet in combination with Ayurveda therapy, yoga, meditation, pranayama and holiday recreational activities as well as emotional healing.
Abstract:
In the 21st century, the escalating worldwide adoption of modern lifestyles; often characterized by unhealthy food habits, especially overeating, in combination with inadequate physical, psychological and spiritual balanced exercises, stress at home, stress at work and living in an increasingly polluting environment, is resulting in widespread ailments and diseases, including obesity and diabetes, depression and mental stress, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases and more. The scale of this healthcare burdens is such that we simply may not have the time and resources to confront and overcome this emerging crisis. Whilst philosophically Hippocrates oath of modern medicine and the Ayurveda oath of traditional medicine have much in common, integrating modern and traditional healthcare systems is an imperative to confront the 21st century ailments and diseases of modern lifestyles. The vast knowledge of modern and traditional medicine from around the world needs to be combined, recognizing that a human being is a whole living organism rather than merely a combination of parts, systems and symptoms. The challenge here is to deliver the right mix of preventive, restorative and curative care to enhance and balance body, mind and spiritual health. Recalling, “food is thy medicine, thy medicine is food”, we cannot go on consuming unhealthy food and do too little exercise - physical, mental and spiritually balanced and in doing so hoping to prevent and cure the overeating lifestyle disorders of obesity and diabetes. We will present a brief review of the modern medical approach to treatments of overweight and obesity in the context of the 21st century health challenges as more and more people adopt unhealthy lifestyles, which are the main driver of the doubling of overweight children, adolescents and adults in many countries. We will put into perspective the critical preventive role and relevance of traditional medicine, specifically Ayurveda, yoga, pranayama, meditation and naturopathy in confronting the obesity challenges. We will conclude presenting our experiences of developing practical holistic wellness systems, relevant to the treatment of overweight and obesity through healthy nutrition and diet and detox in combination with integrated Ayurveda, yoga, meditation, pranayama and recreational activities as well as emotional wellbeing. Examples of practical innovations developed at Zen and relevant to treatment of overweight and obesity including dosha balanced food consumption and diet and Zenchi; a physically, mentally and spiritually balanced exercise regime.
Keynote Forum
Ujjwala Baxi
Poshan-Cure thru Diet, Singapore
Keynote: Balanced diet vs. trending fad diets
Time : 11:10-12:10
Biography:
Ujjwala Baxi is a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator, has been in the health industry since 11 years. She has helped thousands of people around the globe achieve optimum health and weight, look younger, feel better and transform their lives through balanced diet and lifestyle management with long term results. She has also healed individuals with varied health complications such as diabetes, renal disorders, cancer, hormonal disorders, etc. in hospitals and clinic. In Singapore, she is a Health Promotion Board Youth Ambassador and an Accredited Nutritionist by Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA). She actively promotes wellness through her talks, workshops and consultations to name a few.
Abstract:
With the recent trends of high protein, low fat diets or even high fat diets getting popularity among health coaches and dieters to becoming an epidemic, carbohydrates, the once considered prominent feature of a healthy plate, seem to have been losing its importance. Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy and restricting them excessively can cause hypoglycemia with impeded brain functioning, loss of coordination, loss of muscle, weakness, fatigue and excessive sweating. Restricting carbohydrates consequently restricts fiber which helps the body digest food, so without it, a person can become constipated and susceptible to infections in the digestive tract. An unhealthy, restrictive diet can also cause deficiencies in calcium, which can lead to loss of bone mass and joint problems. Restrictive dieting can cause adrenal fatigue. The adrenal glands secrete hormones that respond to a person’s emotional, physical and psychological environments. With too much stress from these environments, such as prolonged over-exercising or restrictive and extreme dieting, the adrenals can no longer compensate for the stress and become fatigued. The release of adrenal hormones is decreased, which affects energy levels, mood, cardiovascular systems, sex drive, and metabolism. Stressors of any kind add up and take a major toll on the body’s functioning. A poor diet is a stressor because the body cannot get the proper nutrients it needs to flourish. These kinds of fat diets which emphasize only on certain food groups and promote ditching others, have led to disruption of the healthy pyramid with their sustainability being questionable. As healthcare professionals, it thus becomes our duty to create awareness about the protein sparing action of carbohydrates, the glycemic index and glycemic load of various carbohydrate foods which can aid in obesity management and make it a more sustainable one. More so, emphasizing on the total nutrition profile of a meal rather than just calories as a key.
- Workshop
Location: Conference Hall
Session Introduction
Shubhangi Gaikwad
Saudi German Hospital, UAE
Title: Associated problem in obesity & tools to combat the related issues
Biography:
Shubhangi Gaikwad has completed Master of Physical Therapy from Ayushmann College, Barkatullah University, India. She is currently working as a Senior Physiotherapist in Saudi German Hospital, Dubai. She is having vast experience of more than 8 years dealing with musculoskeletal, neurological and lifestyle disorders. She has an expertise in ergonomics, manual therapy, fascial and functional training and is a certified Dry Needling Practitioner.
Abstract:
Obesity is stated as excessive fat accumulation in body, and is considered as one of the major epidemic in today's world. It is a multi-factorial disorder imposing various negative effects on physiological system of the body. In an obese or an over-weight individual, generally various systemic diseases as hypertension, cardiovascular diseases are focused, but many associated issues get ignored. The main focus in this study is to address over the various associated issue an overweight person goes through such as postural deformities, imbalance in musculoskeletal system, breathing difficulties and behavioral problems. To date, there are many researches which focused on how obesity gives an impact on bone and joint disorders, respiratory pattern and behavioral issues. In recent past, evidence indicates that obesity may also have profound effect on soft tissue structures such as tendon, fascia and cartilages. Reports even shows that due to excessive weight, there are alterations in normal bio-mechanics of many joints and risk of overload injuries. As it is very clear that, an obese not only struggle on weighing machine but also has many associated problems to combat with. Hence, while dealing with an overweight or an obese person the aim should be total wellbeing not just the weight. In the workshop we will practice how a healthcare practitioner can incorporate the various tools such as postural assessment and corrective techniques, soft tissue release techniques targeting fascia and muscles and relaxation techniques to bright out over all wellbeing in overweight or obese individual.
- Special Session
Location: Conference Hall
Session Introduction
Perungo Thirumarai Chelvan
Asian Bariatrics, India
Title: Bariatric surgery for weight loss
Biography:
Dr.Perungo Thirumaraichelvan is a Bariatric, Metabolic and Gastrointestinal surgeon from Chennai, India. He is the Unit Head of the Chennai Division of the Asian Bariatrics hospital. Dr. Perungo Thirumaraichelvan obtained his MBBS degree in the year 2004 from the prestigious Stanley Medical college hospital in Chennai. His passion for surgery made him pursue his Master’s in the General Surgery from the famous Chengalpet Medical college hospital between 2006 and 2008. After graduation, he underwent his basic laparoscopic training at the Lifeline multi-specialty hospital - a high volume Gastrointestinal surgery center in Chennai. In the year 2013, he went on to super specialize in Surgical Gastroenterology and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery from the renowned Madras Medical College Hospital, Chennai. Dr. Perungo mastered the technique of bariatric surgery at the Asian Bariatrics hospital under the able guidance of the doyens in the field namely Dr. Mahendra Narwaria and Dr.Sanjay Patolia. Asian Bariatrics hospital ,being one of the Asia’s largest weight loss surgery center with 20 years of experience and having performed more than 6000 successful bariatric provided Dr. Perungo an opportunity to hone his skills from the very best.Dr. Perungo has a surgical experience of more than 10 years. His bariatric surgical experience spans over 1000 successful procedures including sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric bypass, Revision bariatric surgeries and Metabolic surgery. He has pioneered and excelled in the novel Laprose bariatric surgery, commonly called as the “Weekend bariatric surgery which is a key hole, minimally invasive, pain free, short stay, tailor made, safe and fast track procedure. Ever since his Master’s program, Dr. Perungo has been an active researcher in the field of Gastrointestinal surgery. His research contributions have won him many accolades including the prestigious ‘Sundaram Best Paper’ award in the ASI state conference in 2009. He won the ‘Best e-poster’ award at the National conference IASGCON 2015. Moreover, in the ‘Torrent Young Scholar Award’ competition, he won the second and third prize at the zonal and the national level respectively. He is also an invited faculty to talk on Bariatric and Metabolic surgery at the state level and national level conferences. He is currently actively involved in performing various public awareness program including live television interviews. Dr. Perungo Thirumaraichelvan is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh since the year 2011. In addition, he is a Registered Member of the General Medical Council, UK.
Abstract:
- Food, Technology and Nutrition | Prevention and Consequences of Obesity | Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss
Location: Conference Hall
Chair
Perungo Thirumaraichelvan
Asian Bariatrics, India
Co-Chair
Shubhangi Gaikwad
Saudi German Hospital, UAE
Session Introduction
Kevin Jesser Z Uclaray
University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Title: Imbalanced diet: Effects and causes
Biography:
Kevin Jesser Z Uclaray has completed his Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at University of Santo Tomas. He had his training as Diabetes Educator in Philippine Association of Diabetes Educators and also had his workshop in University of the Philippines to be a Sports Nutritionist Consultant. He has worked in Quirino Memorial Medical Center, worked as the Clinical Dietitian Manager in Renal Nutrition and also as the Assistant Secretary of Department of Health League of Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians Inc., Philippines. He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition in Philippine Women’s University.
Abstract:
Nutritional environment that affects our weight status: existing medical condition, sedentary lifestyle, personal stresses, psychological and emotional factors, work pressure, family habits and traditions, supermarket trends, hearsay nutrition, media misinformation, economic dwindling (money value). Dietary guidelines to manage obesity, know your personal daily calorie requirements, eat the correct nutrient ratio: 55% complex CHO, 20% protein and 25% fats, enjoy more fruits and vegetables daily, minimize sugar and fatty desserts, consume less salt and salty foods, try smaller meals and snacks, drink more water daily and minimize sugar sweetened beverages, limit alcoholic beverages, minimize your caffeine to 150-250 mg, be physically active 3-5 times a week or more. Opting for a balanced, adequate and varied diet is an important step towards a happy and healthy lifestyle. Vitamins and minerals in the diet are vital to boost immunity and healthy development. A healthy diet can protect the human body against certain types of diseases, in particular non-communicable diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, some types of cancer and skeletal conditions. Healthy diets can also contribute to an adequate body weight. Healthy eating is a good opportunity to enrich life by experimenting with different foods from different cultures, origins and with different ways to prepare food. The benefits of eating a wide variety of foods are also emotional, as variety and colour are important ingredients of a balance diet.
Romina Alina Vlaic
University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Cluj, Romania
Title: The importance of using cereals in functional foods
