Overweight and Obesity Explained: What You Need to Know
In this fast-paced world, no one has time to take care of their health, and that results in overweight and obesity. It's just not about the weight; it is also related to some major diseases that are connected with being overweight. Many of them want to come out of it, but they don't know the proper steps, so they fail in that. By understanding the root cause of it, we can change this health concern. In this blog you are going to see the definition, causes, risks, and prevention measures that you must know.
Have you ever been taught how doctors find out the difference between overweight and obesity? In this blog, you will learn it very easily. According to the WHO (World Health Organization), if a person's BMI (Body Mass Index) is between 25 and 30, they are categorized as overweight. If it goes beyond 30, they are considered obese.
There are many causes of being overweight and obese besides genetics and lifestyle. Below, we will look at the different reasons behind excess weight.
Excessive consumption of sugary foods, refined carbohydrates, and sugary beverages can lead to overweight and obesity. If you make a habit of consuming them regularly instead of occasionally, you're inviting weight gain along with health problems. So, it's better to eat such foods only once in a while.
Nowadays, many people lead a sedentary lifestyle, avoiding physical work and lacking regular exercise. This type of lifestyle significantly increases the risk of weight gain. Those who work in digital or desk-based jobs often face these issues, which contribute to obesity. Therefore, it's important for everyone to engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day.
Sometimes, being overweight is influenced by genetic factors. Some people naturally tend to gain weight because of how their body processes food and stores fat. However, weight gain is not determined by genetics alone—lifestyle choices also play a major role.
Stress, anxiety, and depression play a major role in weight gain. Poor sleep and increased cravings or appetite at night are also common factors that contribute to being overweight. Emotional eating, often triggered by negative feelings, can lead to consuming more calories than needed.
Some people don't have enough income to buy healthy food, so they often choose cheaper, unhealthy options. Living in such environments makes it harder to stay healthy and can lead to weight gain. Heart Health Risks
Being overweight can increase the risk of heart disease. Blood pressure is due to the excess fat stored in the arteries that creates the blockage.
Type 2 Diabetes
People who are overweight will have difficulty using insulin, and some will get vision loss.
Cancer Risks
Some cancers are related to obesity, so it can cause breast, colon, and uterine cancer. That is because of the fat cells, which are combined with the toxic chemicals that start to release.
Joint Pain
Excess weight can create more pressure on the joints, which later results in joint pain. Also, it will lead to osteoarthritis that makes even moving painful.
Mental Health Effects
Obesity can also create depression and anxiety, and if someone starts to tease, that can create emotional eating.
Many of them will think that this cannot be treated and get stressed. But in this blog, you will get to know how to treat the overweight and obese person. Eat Healthy Foods
We should eat fruits and vegetables.Eat brown rice and oats.Take chicken and fish.Eat nuts. Doing Physical Activity
Exercise will help to burn your calories fast and make you fit.You should walk for 60 minutes per day.You can also do dance or running for 75 minutes. Change Habits
People with stress will eat in excess, so we should try to change the habit.You should have a diary for calculating the amount of food and for exercise.Create small goals. Medical Help
In some cases, doing exercise and eating better does not help, sosome will do the weight loss surgery.
Obesity and overweight can be treated with preventive measures. We can eat nutritious food and exercise. Eating healthy food and doing exercise can make your life easier.
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