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Facts about Obesity

Obesity is having an excess of adipose tissue, and adipose means fat. Hence, obesity is defined by weight loss experts as having more fat cells in your body than what is deemed healthy. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is the most common method of measuring excess adipose tissue. BMI is a mathematical calculation, dividing weight in kilograms by height in meters, squared.

Results of BMI Calculations:

Calorie Count
Simply put, obesity occurs when a person consumes more food than he or she burns through physical activity.

Although our body needs a certain number of calories for energy, the key is to expend the whole of those calories in order for our weight to remain the same. Weight gain occurs when calories are ingested and little or no physical exercise is practiced.

Our diet also plays a significant role in determining weight loss or weight gain. Foods rich in fiber, unprocessed foods, and a limited amount of protein and fat, is the formula for a healthy diet. The ingestion of fast foods, snacks high in salt and sugar, and large amounts of fatty foods can lead to obesity.

Activity Matters
Because the world is becoming increasingly health conscious, we are blessed with numerous choices of physical exercise that can help combat obesity. You can pick a solo activity, one that involves one or two friends, or a group activity. Anything that raises your heartbeat is considered conducive to burning calories. There are specific exercises for seniors, disabled individuals, and even the hardened couch potato, the one who has not exercised in years.

In addition to weight loss, those who exercise report increased mobility, and a new-found feeling of general well being, prompting motivation to socialize. Gyms are thriving and home exercise equipment is popular. However, you do not have to spend money to stay fit. It only takes 60 to 90 minutes a day, three times a week, of moderate activity to stay healthy – and that is sufficient to avoid obesity and increase your life span.

Do Not Believe Everything You Read!
Obesity often fosters despair in many who suffer from it as they discover that promises of quick weight loss are empty words, and that weight-loss pills, drinks, gum, and other similar products are not the solution. These products are a sad disappointment to those who believed in their ability to produce long-lasting results. Weight loss products and diet scams are a billion dollar industry, so beware.

Schedule a visit to a health care provider who can help you choose the ideal weight loss solution for you. A thorough physical examination may discover some potential factors that are contributing to your weight gain (i.e. thyroid problem). Certain drugs, such as anti-depressants and steroids, can cause excessive weight gain, as they are known to stimulate the appetite, slow the metabolic rate, or cause the body to retain water.
Be sure to discuss your medical history, family history, and any recent symptoms of abnormal weight fluctuation. Your doctor may refer you to a Bariatric Specialist, a medical professional who deals in weight issues.

Weight loss results advertised in magazines and on TV, often accompanied by positive testimonials from movie stars, are designed to promote particular products in order to increase sales. Their purpose is to target those suffering from obesity. According to the National Institute of Health, long-lasting quick weight loss is not a reality. However, the good news is that ongoing research by Pharmaceutical companies brings hope for future generations.

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