Conditions

Obesity

Obesity

Obesity is a problem that is getting worse in the developed world, including the United States. Body fat that is too much is obese. Obese or overweight people are more likely to get heart disease. Based on a person's height and weight, the BMI chart categorizes risk as minimum, moderate, or high.

What is the cause of obesity?

Obesity is most likely caused by people consuming more calories than they expend. Today, consuming a lot of calories is simpler than it was decades ago. Some of the explanations are as follows:

Meal size: Both at home and, especially, at restaurants, we are eating larger servings.

Fat content: Food is frequently rich in fat whether we eat out or purchase ready-to-eat meals.

Sodas: We are consuming significantly more sugary beverages.

Snacking: We are purchasing and consuming more sugary and fatty snacks.

In addition, we don't exercise enough to burn off all of those calories. Adults and children are less physically active. They sit longer than before when using the computer, playing video games, etc.

What are the symptoms of Obesity?

In a way, obesity symptoms are evident weight increase. However, a substantially higher risk of other medical issues might also result from obesity. Any of the following symptoms may also be strongly associated with obesity for certain people:

  • Arthritis- The added weight is hard on your joins
  • Coronary artery disease (CAD) – obesity is also hard on your heart and arteries
  • Diabetes
  • Gallbladder disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Stroke
  • Sleep apnea and respiratory problems
  • Some cancers – endometrial, breast, and colon

What tests could I have?

Doctors and nurses use the body mass index to determine your weight.

BMI, or body mass index

Your doctor determines your body mass index, or BMI, after learning your weight and height. By locating your BMI on the chart, you may accomplish the same. The BMI chart can then be used to categorize your risk for developing health issues as low, moderate, or high.

You might occasionally be sent to experts for medical advice, additional testing, and care. Visit the section on your treatment team for more information.

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