Weight cycling
Weight Cycling
Weight cycling (pronounced: /weɪt ˈsaɪklɪŋ/), also known as yo-yo dieting, is the repeated loss and regain of body weight. The term originates from the cyclical up-down motion of a yo-yo, in this case indicating a cycle of weight loss and weight gain.
Etymology
The term "weight cycling" is derived from the cyclical nature of the process, where weight is lost and then regained, similar to the motion of a cycle. The term "yo-yo dieting" is a more colloquial term, referencing the up-and-down motion of a yo-yo toy.
Definition
Weight cycling involves a pattern of losing weight, regaining it and then dieting again. This is a common experience for many people who diet, as maintaining weight loss can be more difficult than losing weight in the first place.
Health Effects
There is ongoing debate in the medical community about the health effects of weight cycling. Some studies suggest that weight cycling can increase the risk of certain health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. However, other studies have found no negative health effects associated with weight cycling.
Related Terms
- Dieting: The practice of eating food in a regulated and supervised fashion to decrease, maintain, or increase body weight.
- Obesity: A medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to an extent that it may have a negative effect on health.
- Body Mass Index (BMI): A measure of body fat based on an individual's weight in relation to their height.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Weight cycling
- Wikipedia's article - Weight cycling
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