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The definitions of "overweight" and "obesity" vary depending upon the weight of the person answering the question. Read Article below.... 


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The definitions of "overweight" and "obesity" vary depending upon the weight of the person answering the question. Most people accept the definitions provided by the National Institutes of Health, in their booklet, "The Practical Guide: Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults" (1999).

These are based on the "Body Mass Index" or BMI which takes into account both your height and weight.

The term "overweight" refers to a Body Mass Index mildly greater than recommended for normal body weight. Obesity is a measure beyond overweight.

The definitions of "overweight" and "obesity" vary depending upon the weight of the person answering the question. Most people accept the definitions provided by the National Institutes of Health, in their booklet, "The Practical Guide: Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults" (1999). These are based on the "Body Mass Index" or BMI which takes into account both your height and weight.

 
 

The term "overweight" refers to a Body Mass Index mildly greater than recommended for normal body weight. Obesity is a measure beyond overweight.

Person can be overweight in terms of pounds and yet not be "fat" if he or she is very muscular. In contrast, some people weigh within the normal range and yet they have excessive fat on their bodies. Obesity is not just a cosmetic consideration; it is a dire health dilemma directly harmful to one's health. There are numerous health risks such as  developing a number of chronic diseases are associated with obesity.

What if you do add extra pounds:

Do not rush into the quick fix weight loss remedies advertised in tabloids and late night infomercials. Neither should you rush to the nearest surgeon advertising a cure for your weight problem. If it were that easy, we would all be petite.

Do not order a prescribed weight loss pills or quick weight loss diet drugs from another country. Drug industry is not well regulated in most other countries and these pills or fast weight loss diet gimmicks may get you more than what you bargained for.

Be realistic in setting your weight loss goals.

 

Do not expect to lose fifty pounds in a few weeks or a month. Remember, even a weight loss of 5% in results in significant health advantages in obese subjects.

Modify your behavior

Modify your eating, activity and thinking habits that promote overeating situations. Start this goal by maintaining a diary that records the time, amount and content of everything you eat.

Overeating can be subconscious and you may not even realize you are adding on calories. A food diary overcomes the "underestimation" of total caloric intake.

Track your thoughts/moods just before you consumed something that you should not have. Do not use food as a kind of antidepressant. Food is neither a trophy nor a cure for life's problems. Try other techniques like exercise or relaxation therapy to get rid of anger or other problems bothering you.

Eat less and better. If you don't have time to prepare balanced diet, buy salads instead of burger and fries at the fast food joints.

 

When attending get-togethers, focus on salads rather than cheese and meats. Use vinegar instead of cheese dressings.

Eat before you go to work. You will be less tempted to eat the junk food all around you at work.

During breaks at work, eat fruits and vegetables rather than the Danish and the brownies.

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Fast Weight Loss Caution: You should always start and conduct any and all lose weight diets or weight loss diet regiments under advisement of your licensed health professional.  If you lose weight much easier and faster than you had expected, do talk to your doctor. It may signify a coincidental onset of an underlying illness.

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