What is obesity?
Obesity is a complex health condition involving excess body fat that increases a person's risk of developing other diseases and health problems. Some key points about obesity include:
- Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. BMI is calculated based on a person's weight and height.
- It is a chronic disease that affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Over 30% of the global population is considered obese.
- Obesity develops from a combination of factors including genetics, diet, lack of exercise, medical issues, and socioeconomic status. It is not simply due to overeating or lack of willpower.
- Being obese puts people at higher risk for developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, osteoarthritis, and certain cancers.
- Losing weight can be challenging but even a 5-10% weight loss can greatly improve health and quality of life. Effective long-term strategies involve making lifestyle changes in diet, physical activity, and behavior/thinking patterns.
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Obesity is preventable for many people through healthy lifestyle choices. However, it's important to approach weight management from a perspective of health rather than appearance. Obesity is a medical disease with genetic and environmental causes - it does not represent a personal or moral failing. With compassionate support and evidence-based treatment, people with obesity can greatly improve their well-being.