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About the Course

Over the years, obesity has emerged as a major health concern globally which not only affects an individual’s quality of life but also leads to various medical conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. In fact, an estimated 2.8 million adults succumb to overweight or obesity-related complications each year. Obesity has a significant personal cost in terms of reduced life expectancy, impaired quality of life, and exorbitant healthcare expenses.

 

Most people seek the assistance of wellness professionals such as nutritionists and fitness coaches due to weight related concerns.

 

Therefore, it is crucial to have an in-depth understanding of the factors that influence obesity and the best strategies to avoid or mitigate its effects. With this objective in mind, The Gene Box Academy offers this course on Advance approaches in obesity management, which is designed to empower you with detailed knowledge of the physiology of obesity, its relationship with diet, and the influence of nutrigenomics, fitness genomics, and the gut microbiome on the risk and management of obesity.

What will you learn?

  • Introduction to Molecular Biology & Genetics
  • Different Causes of Obesity
  • Understanding Obesity At A Molecular Level
  • Interplay Of Nutrition And Obesity
  • Helps you build loyal customers
  • Genetic Aspects Of Obesity Risk
  • Nutrigenomics And Obesity
  • Fitness Genomics And Obesity
  • Gut Microbiome And Obesity

$ 125

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Course Features:

  • Duration

    4 Hours 25 Minutes

  • Resources

    Lecture Notes

  • Level

    Advanced

Overview

Precision nutrition and exercise are becoming the new norm in healthcare, which makes itcrucial for healthcare professionals to provide targeted solutions to maximize results for their clients.

 

This course, Advance approaches in Obesity Management, begins with an epidemiological overview of obesity and how it has become a major health concern. We then delve into the basics of molecular biology, which enables us to discuss the mechanism of fat storage and the molecular causes of obesity. This involves understanding the impact of the brain on appetite, the role of diet, inflammation, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and stress in the development of obesity. We also explore how obesity is classified, the challenges of paediatric obesity, and the effectiveness of bariatric surgery. Before moving on to genetics, we cover how weight loss occurs and the vicious cycle of weight loss and gain.

 

The second half of the course focuses on the fundamentals of genetics, providing a deeper understanding of the effect of genetic variations on the risk and development of obesity. We then explore how genetic variations in nutrigenomic and fitness genomic traits can influence the risk and mitigation strategies for obesity. The ever-evolving research on the gut microbiome has revealed its influence on the risk of obesity development, which we discuss in detail. Finally, we conclude the course by analysing real-world case studies, giving learners an idea of how genomics can be used to treat and mitigate the risk of obesity.

 

This course empowers learners to design better prevention and curative strategies for obesity by understanding its physiology, the impact of genetics, and the latest research on the gut microbiome. Our self-paced learning modules make learning easier, and our comprehensive curriculum ensures that learners gain a holistic understanding of obesity. So, enrol now and learn how to tackle obesity and its associated health risks!

Requirements

This course is designed for health professionals including nutritionists, dietitians, fitness trainers, exercise scientists, sports coaches, lifestyle coaches, students and anyone else interested in understanding the mechanism, relationship with genetics, and the mitigation strategies for obesity. No prior knowledge or experience is required.

Syllabus

Introduction To Course & Speakers

Advanced Obesity Introduction (Free Preview)

CHAPTER A: Obesity : A Growing Health Concern

 

  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Obesity : A Growing Health Concern 
CHAPTER B: Introduction To Molecular Biology

Understanding the core tenets of the process of food consumption, digestion, absorption, utilization in the body and excretion.

  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Introduction To Molecular Biology
  • Lesson 2: Central Dogma
CHAPTER C: Physiology Of Eating And Fat Storage

 

  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Physiology Of Eating
  • Lesson 2: Fat Storage
CHAPTER D: Molecular Mechanisms Involved In Obesity
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Factors Causing Obesity
  • Lesson 2: The Brain-Obesity Crosstalk
  • Lesson 3: Diet Induced Obesity
  • Lesson 4: Adipocytes, Proinflammatory And Obesity
  • Lesson 5: Insulin Resistance And Obesity
  • Lesson 6: Dyslipidemia And Obesity
  • Lesson 7: Stress Induced Obesity
  • Lesson 8: Other Diseases And Obesity
CHAPTER E: Assessment Of Obesity

 

  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Classifying Obesity
  • Lesson 2: Paediatric Obesity
  • Lesson 3: Bariatric Surgery For Morbid Obesity
CHAPTER F: Fad Diets And Weight Management
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Fad Diets, Juicing And Detox Plans
  • Lesson 2: Atkins And Keto : Fad Diets?
  • Lesson 3: Intermittent Fasting (IF) And It’s Efficacy
CHAPTER G: Fundamentals Of Weight Loss

 

  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Vicious Cycle Of Weight Loss/Gain
  • Lesson 2: Weight Loss Plateau
CHAPTER H: Introduction To Genetics
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Fundamentals Of Genetics
CHAPTER I: Obesity, Genetics & Health
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson 1: Obesity And Genetics
  • Lesson 2: Insulin Resistance And Genetics
  • Lesson 3: Circadian Rhythm And Genetics
  • Lesson 4: Triglycerides And Genetics
Chapter-J: Nutrigenomics And Weight Management
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson -1: Response To Carbohydrates
  • Lesson -2: Response To Saturated Fats
  • Lesson -3: Protein, Fiber And Weight Management
  • Lesson -4: Gluten Intolerance
  • Lesson -5: Vitamin D And Obesity
  • Lesson -6: Eating Behaviour And Obesity
  • Lesson -7: Taste Perceptions And Obesity
  • Lesson -8: Weight Regain And Obesity
Chapter-K: Exercise, Genetics And Obesity Management
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson -1: Exercise And Fat Loss
  • Lesson -2: Fitness Genomics
Chapter-L: Gut Microbiome And Obesity
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson -1: Gut Microbiome And Obesity
Chapter-M: Case Studies
  • Chapter Introduction
  • Lesson -1: Case Study 1
  • Lesson -2: Case Study 2
  • Lesson -3: Case Study 3
  • Lesson -4: Case Study 4

Instructors

AAKASH BHATIA

B.Tech Biological Science and Bioengineering, IIT Kanpur

Lead - Fitness and Nutrition Team at The Gene Box.

Aakash has over four years of experience working at the intersection of genomics, exercise physiology, nutrition, data analytics and software development. At The Gene Box, Aakash’s team works toward providing actionable nutritional and exercise insights based on genomics.

Aditi Deshpande

Masters in Applied Nutrition, ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad

Nutritionist at The Gene Box

Aditi has extensive research experience in nutrition, genomics and microbiome. With specialisation in Applied and Molecular Nutrition, she builds nutritional recommendations based on genetics and gut microbiome.

NIDHI GADA

M.Sc Biotechnology, Dayananda Sagar Institution, Bangalore

Research Analyst at The Gene Box

Nidhi is a strong research professional with over three years of experience in genetics and genomics. At The Gene Box, she is the lead for diabetes and microbiome projects. She also specializes in other projects such as Personality Genomics, Immunology and Ophthalmology as well as overseeing the research quality control process to meet the quality expectations of the scientific curation produced.

Sohni Tagore

MSc Medical Genetics and Genomics, University of Glasgow, Scotland.

Research Analyst at The Gene Box

Sohni has three years of experience working in the field of clinical genomics, NGS data analysis and genetic counseling. At The Gene Box, she is the lead for the Epigenetics project and is actively involved in the clinical genomics front.

DR. HETAL VIKMANI

MD Homeopath, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik

Lead – Training & Content at The Gene Box

Dr Hetal had a clinical practice for 14 years and has extensive experience in clinical research for adverse event reporting. She is the lead trainer at The Gene Box and has trained more than 500 nutritionists, healthcare professionals and coaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

I am a fitness trainer. Why should I take this course?
Obesity and/or being overweight is the primary reason why individuals enrol for the services of a fitness trainer. While a well-structured exercise plan can really help the client, the results can’t be optimal without properly understanding the root cause of obesity, and providing a personalized dietary strategy which best suits the client. Therefore, having an in depth knowledge of obesity, the relationship between diet, genetics and obesity will go a long way in providing better results for your clients by guiding them appropriately.
I am a nutritionist. Why should I take this course?
One of the main reasons why individuals engage nutritionists is to seek help for obesity and / or being overweight. Nutritionists are in fact also called upon to assist with conditions such as diabetes caused due to obesity. While the physical outcome of obesity is the same, more often than not, the underlying reasons for being obese is different from person to person. Therefore, it is imperative to give such unique cases a diet plan and a weight loss strategy that is uniquely tailored for them. That involves having an in-depth knowledge of diet and obesity, and especially the knowledge of how to use nutrigenomic analysis for the prevention and cure of obesity.
I am a fitness enthusiast. I like to read up on fitness and nutrition articles in order to improve these parameters in my day-to-day life. I don’t have a degree in nutrition or fitness, neither is it my profession. Can this course be of benefit to me?
It’s always great to be proactive about your health, especially when it comes to adopting the right fitness and nutrition strategies. Given your interest in this subject, it is likely that you often read up about and take preventive measures for obesity. This course can help you understand the underlying causes of obesity, its various types, and the relationship between genetic variations and obesity. This will help you in understanding how best you can personalize your dietary and fitness strategies to mitigate the risk of being overweight or obese.
When will I receive the certificate?

Once you have completed the entire course, you will receive access to the certificate, which can be downloaded at your convenience.

Is it possible to preview a course?

Yes. All of our courses offer a free preview to enable you to test the waters before making a purchase.

What is the duration of the courses?

Each of our courses & webinars are of different durations.

Are the courses only for indians?

No, our courses are open to all, regardless of nationality. In fact, we do have a large number of international participants who enroll in our courses & webinars.

What are the payment options available?

We support a variety of payment options including net banking , debit card, upi, credit card and some payment wallets as well. For international transactions we support paypal.

For how long will I have access to the course?

Our courses & webinars will be accessible for a period of 60 days from the date of enrollment.

For more queries, write to us at info@thegeneboxacademy.com