Description
The causes, pathophysiology and effects on health of the excess of body fat.
Alternative labels
excess of body fat
pathophysiology of exessive body fats
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Obesity is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Dietitian: Dietitians assess specific nutritional requirements of populations or individuals throughout their lives and translate this into advice which will maintain, reduce risk to, or restore people’s health. Using evidence-based approaches, dietitians work to empower individuals, families and groups to provide or select food which is nutritionally adequate, safe, tasty and sustainable. Beyond healthcare, dietitians improve the nutritional environment for all through governments, industry, academia and research.
Optional knowledge
Obesity is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Dietetic technician: Dietetic technicians assist dietitians in planning nutritional programmes and in planning menus for patients as part of an overall treatment plan under supervision of a dietitian. Under supervision of a dietitian, dietetic technicians assist dietitians in patient reviews, enteral feeding discharge planning, and clinical auditing which includes nutritional screening.
Weight loss consultant: Weight loss consultants assist clients in obtaining and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They advise on how to lose weight by finding a balance between healthy food and exercise. Weight loss consultants set goals together with their clients and keep track of progress during weekly meetings.
References
- Obesity – ESCO