What are obesity and overweight?

We have witnessed during the past decades that some diseases have advanced so alarmingly in most countries, and the most prominent cause has been obesity. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines obesity and overweight as an abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fat that adversely affects human health. 

Obesity is a chronic disease that leads to various health risks that negatively affect the quality of life. Overweight is the elevation of the body weight above the normal weight by 10-20%. People with a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 25 and 29.9 Kg / m2 are perceived to be overweight and are vulnerable to developing obesity.

If you are obese or have excess weight, you need to consult a weight loss doctor for expert recommendations on reducing weight.

What are the risk factors for obesity and overweight?

Overweight and obesity are diseases that, beyond stopping eating to reduce weight, must be treated. Risk factors for obesity and overweight include family lifestyle, unhealthy diet, inactiveness, medical problems, stress, age and socio-cultural aspects.

What symptoms do obesity and overweight cause?

Tiredness and difficulty in performing daily tasks are frequent limitations induced by obesity. It can lead to metabolic complications, such as cholesterol, diabetes mellitus, uric acid, and increased triglycerides, resulting in gout attacks (sudden onset of severe pain, swelling, warmth, and redness of a joint). It also decreases tolerance to exertion.

In addition to triggering arterial hypertension, obesity is a vascular risk factor that contributes to coronary insufficiency and cerebral vascular accidents.

Excess weight can cause sleep apnea syndrome, and it means you may face the reduced oxygen level in the blood, causing the suffering of the body’s tissues.

How can you lose your body weight?

We know that having excess body weight is harmful to health. However, the solution is in your hand. You just need to have a will to lose your excess weight to ensure a healthy lifestyle.

It is good to limit the consumption of fat-and-sugar-rich foods. Instead, eat fresh fruits and vegetables several times a day. Do frequent physical activity. You need to exercise for about 60 minutes a day. And if you are obese and want to get rid of this disease, it is recommended to walk for at least 30 minutes a day at a brisk pace. Smoking is associated with weight gain. So, stopping it will be very beneficial to your health.

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