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While the exact cause of obesity is an increase in body fat stores, the levels of body fats in return are influenced by the following factors:
Secondary causes of obesity include:
Body mass index (the weight of a person in kilograms divided by height in meters) is frequently used to classify obesity. Following are the types of obesity:
Obesity is prevalent worldwide. There are certain races, such as North Americans and African Americans, and Hispanics, in which it is more prevalent.
Environmental factors seem to play an important role. People from rural areas are predisposed to obesity as they move to more affluent areas where their activity and dietary habits are affected.
It is more prevalent in children and adolescents. So, any prevention strategy should be targeted early to control obesity. Risk factors for obesity include:
Following are the signs and symptoms of obesity:
Following tests, measurements, and investigations aid in the diagnosis of obesity and related disorders:
Differential diagnoses of obesity include the following:
The major groups of medicines used for the treatment of obesity are:
Obesity affects the quality of life and is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. People with BMI greater than 40 years can have an average life expectancy reduced by as much as 20 years. It is the second most preventable cause of mortality after smoking.
Obesity can be prevented by making healthy and considerate life choices and switching to behavior that promotes healthy living in the long term. A lot of it is behavioral therapy. Some prevention strategies include:
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Obesity (who.int)
https://www.who.int/health-topics/obesity#tab=tab_1
Obesity: global epidemiology and pathogenesis | Nature Reviews Endocrinology
Obesity is defined as a condition in which a person has excess body fat storage that alters or impairs a person’s health. It is more than a cosmetic concern. It's a medical condition that raises your risk of developing other diseases and health issues like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain cancers.
World Health Organization uses body mass index, also known as BMI, to measure obesity. A person having a BMI of 30 or above is considered obese.