Definition of obesity
The definition of obesity is having an excessive amount of body fat. It is not only a cosmetic issue it is a major health issue leading to health risks such as heart attracts, heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Doctor use a formula called "body mass index" or BMI to calculate the levels of body fat. Adults with BMI's over 30 are considered obese. Extreme obesity, which is sometimes called severe or morbid obesity, is when the BMI levels are 40 or higher.
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