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Information On Obesity
Obesity is becoming a major cause for concern in the United States today. The number of overweight and obese Americans is increasing every year.
Below you will find information on the definitions of overweight and obese, causes of obesity and associated health risks. In addition, you will find information on how to treat overweight and obesity and treat yourself to a better life in the process.
Overweight or Obese?
An adult is considered to be "overweight" when he/she is above a healthy weight, which varies according to a person's height. An individual is overweight when their BMI is between 25-29.9. BMI is short for Body Mass Index, the standard used by researchers to define a person's weight according to their height... Read the full article.
Causes of Obesity
You may find it helpful to understand what causes obesity. There are a number of factors that influence overweight or obesity and the subject is often the topic of debate among many experts. However, there are some factors experts can agree on... Read the full article.
Obesity and Health Risks
In the year 2000, a total of 38.8 million American adults met the classification of obesity, defined as having a body mass index score of 30 or more. Taking into account all of the health risks involved with being obese , those are some concerning numbers. Doctors and experts agree that overweight and obesity can make you more likely to develop medical problems... Read the full article.
Treatment for Obesity
The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity. Losing just 10% of your body weight can improve your health. The first goal should be to identify what a healthy BMI is for you based on your height and weight. You can find out by talking with your doctor or by using... Read the full article.
If you are overweight or obese, it is important that you take action to lose weight. In the United States, obesity has risen at an epidemic rate during the past 20 years. It is important for your health that you take control of your weight. You can find more information on obesity by visiting the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion website.
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