Health 14 MOD 2

Overview

People of Hispanic ethnicity, who make up a minority in the United States, have a disproportionately high risk of being obese, as well as of developing the diseases and disabilities that are associated with obesity. More than one-quarter of the total Hispanic population in each state has a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, which is the benchmark used to define obesity within that community (Center of Disease Control and Prevention, 2014). Hispanics of Mexican descent who have lived in the United States for more than 15 years are at a risk that is four times as high as that of Hispanics of Mexican descent who have only been in the country for five years or less. Because of the habits that are prevalent in their culture, the Hispanic community has a high prevalence of obesity (Lindberg, Stevens & Halperin, 2013). It's possible that they are to blame for the high obesity rates, both because of their eating habits and the ideas they have about what it means to be overweight and obese.

Because it can lead to a wide variety of adverse health effects, obesity is a significant problem for the general population's health. These include coronary artery disease, diabetes type 11 illness, hypertension, certain types of cancer, and a wide variety of other conditions. The risk of developing these and other diseases is increased in individuals who are obese. It is well-documented that the increased mortality rates among those who are afflicted by these disorders are a major factor in the decreased life expectancy of those affected by them (Lindberg, Stevens & Halperin, 2013). Because of this, assisting people in losing weight is one of the highest priorities for health officials, particularly when it comes to a demographic with a high prevalence of obesity, such as Hispanics. It is only possible for a weight loss strategy to be successful for Hispanics if it takes into account the cultural factors that have been shown to contribute significantly to the prevalence of obesity in this demographic.

Cultural Identity

Hispanics can be recognized by their culture, namely the aspects of that culture that govern their dietary preferences. Tradition mandates that food in Mexico is not measured by weight or volume; rather, the most important criterion is how it tastes, rather than how much there should be of it. In the United States, food is typically measured by weight or volume (Lindberg, Stevens & Halperin, 2013). If an excessive amount of calories were consumed, obesity would be the end outcome. People of Hispanic descent who came to the United States have a propensity to consume a diet that is higher in calories and lower in fiber. In modern society, children who are deemed to be at a healthy weight are believed to be healthier than kids who are at a healthy weight but yet susceptible to disease (Lindberg, Stevens & Halperin, 2013). The cultural norms that determine Hispanics' eating patterns are directly responsible for the epidemic of obesity among their population.

The PEN-3 method was developed with the intention of fostering overall population health through the creation of interventions that are responsive to different cultural norms in order to get at the root causes of poor health in a population. Within the scope of this model's cultural identity component are included health promotion strategies aimed at people, extended families, and neighborhoods.

Person.

Interventions geared on weight loss can be beneficial for those who are currently either overweight or obese. Workouts geared on weight loss should be strongly recommended to folks in this situation. It is recommended that this particular set of individuals get at least 30 minutes of exercise on at least five days each week (Lockwood, 2021). A diet that is not only low in calories but also high in fruits and vegetables would be beneficial for someone of this sort.

Extended family.

Obesity could be addressed in this way, especially in cultures where decisions are made more from a community than an individual perspective. Grandparents and parents who are role models for the Hispanic community should be reminded of the importance of eating nutritious Mexican dishes. In order to avoid obesity, mothers should encourage their children to eat a diet rich in nutritious foods. Children's weight management has been helped greatly by having the help of family members like grandparents to lean on. When it comes to analyzing the data of an organization (Pamungkas & Chamroonsawasdi, 2019). Efforts to encourage support networks might be beneficial. People who are obese may benefit from the support and encouragement of members of their family when trying to shed pounds.

Neighbourhoods

Interventions that encourage local communities to provide inexpensive facilities for physical activity and sporting activities will be helpful in the fight against obesity among the Hispanic population. It is possible to employ neighborhood leadership to educate the Hispanic community about the significance of eating nutritious foods to avoid gaining a lot of weight (Pamungkas & Chamroonsawasdi, 2019). This group's leaders can help spread the word about the dangers of obesity and the consequent need to lose weight among the Hispanic community. Interventions can also be done to guarantee that local stores are selling nutritious foods that will not contribute to obesity in the community.

Reflection

As a society, we all come from different backgrounds. In order to keep the general public informed about the various sorts of ailments and the treatments available for them, education is essential. To provide the best possible treatment for your patients, it is imperative that you have an open mind and an unbiased point of view while on the job. A patient's perspective on how to live and what kind of medical care is acceptable for their condition might vary widely. It's been instilled in them from the moment they were born. This could lead to a way of life that makes it easier for someone to develop an illness like diabetes, which is curable.