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OBESITY

Obesity is diagnosed when your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher.

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OBESITY

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  1. OBESITY

  2. Obesity is a medical condition that occurs when a person carries excess weight or body fat that might affect their health. A doctor will usually suggest that a person has obesity if they have a high body mass index.

  3. Symptoms Obesity is diagnosed when your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher. Your body mass index is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms (kg) by your height in meters (m) squared.

  4. Complications • Diabetes • High blood pressure • Heart disease • Stroke • Breathing disorders • Metabolic syndrome — a combination of high blood sugar, high blood pressure

  5. Quality of life Depression Disability Sexual problems Shame and guilt Social isolation Lower work achievement

  6. Prevention Exercise regularly Follow a healthy eating plan Know and avoid the food traps that cause you to eat Know and avoid the food traps that cause you to eat. Monitor your weight regularly.

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