Definition of Obesity

A definition of obesity needs to include the body mass index, your weight, observation and whether you are experiencing health concerns. However, that said it would be reasonable to conclude that you are obese if the following criterion fit:

If you are 20% - 25% above the recommended weight for your height and if your BMI is over 30, you are obese and at risk for many serious diseases including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis and even cancer.

Since an amazing 2/3 or 66% of American adults are overweight these days according to the Centers for Disease Control and 33% according to the standard definition of obesity are obese, we know that Americans are getting fatter and fatter! What causes obesity? A Health and Human Services study has shown that poor diets and inactivity of Americans rose by an appalling 33% in the past decade.

It is easy to put a definition of obesity down to individuals making poor food choices and that is true. However, it is also a fact that we are inundated with the marketing of poor food choices by the food processing industry...on television, in stores, and marketed to our kids. High glycemic foods are slicked up to look like good choices and they are often super convenient and seemingly cheap. What do all the preservatives these foods require do to our hormones and to the biochemistry of our growing children? I don't think we know the answers yet to these questions. However, we do know that type 2 diabetes which used to be known as an adult disease is now showing up in children.

Not only are we constantly bombarded with messages about processed foods but the food industry also spreads a lot of confusion about nutrition. Many people don't know what the healthy carbs are or the healthy fats or which proteins are most nutritious. In many parts of the country, called food deserts, fresh, whole real foods are not available. When many people are confused about food choices and others cannot find affordable nutritious food we are in trouble. Obviously, these problems are leading us down the road to disease and extreme health costs. Since obesity kills 300,000 people every year it can be life saving to seek medical attention when you need it but also to find quality information about real foods.

What should you look for to determine if you fit the definition of obesity?

Symptoms of Obesity

Symptoms of obesity include:

If you have any of these symptoms in addition to carrying extra weight you may be obese. It may be time to consult with a doctor who is familiar with and uses the glycemic index in prescribing treatment plans. Managing one's blood sugar with low glycemic eating and getting started with daily exercise are the two best ways to prevent this disease. A doctor who specializes in the care of obesity and who will individualize a program for you would be best. There are doctors who see surgery as the most invasive treatment and will recommend it only as a last resort.

Metabolic disorders that lead to a biochemical imbalance may be balanced again with correct eating.

You cannot begin to address this problem effectively until you first recognize just what the true definition of obesity is. If your body mass index is above 30.0 you are obese. Is this your personal challenge or the challenge of someone you know? How did you get to this place and now how can you begin to personally find your way back to health? This website is dedicated to helping you get control of your weight and have permanent fat loss!

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