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+91 81029 92993
+91 81029 92993
info@peachtreeclinic.in
+91 81029 92993
Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern. It raises your risk of illness and health issues like heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Obesity is a risk factor for a number of cancers.
Obesity is difficult to treat and has a high relapse rate. Most people who lose weight regain the weight within five years. Although medicines and diets can help, obesity treatment cannot be a short-term “fix,” but must be a lifelong commitment to appropriate dietary habits, enhanced physical activity and frequent exercise. Team of professionals including dietitians, and psychologists, the chances of long-term successful weight loss are enhanced.
A Physician will usually suggest that a person has obesity if they have a high body mass index. A BMI between 25 and 29.9 indicates that a person is carrying excess weight. A BMI of 30 or over suggests that a person may have obesity.
| Below 18.5 | Underweight |
|---|---|
| 18.5-24.9 | Normal |
| 25.0-29.9 | Overweight |
| 30.0-34.9 | Obese (Class I) |
| 35.0-39.9 | Obese (Class II) |
| 40.0 and higher | Extreme obesity (Class III) |
