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How is overweight and obesity different?
The terms “overweight” and “obesity” refer to body weight that is greater than what is considered normal or healthy for a certain height. Overweight is generally due to extra body fat. However, overweight may also be due to extra muscle, bone, or water. People who have obesity usually have too much body fat.
What is obesity in paragraph?
Obesity is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern. It’s a medical problem that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain cancers.
Why is overweight and obesity a problem?
Excess weight, especially obesity, diminishes almost every aspect of health, from reproductive and respiratory function to memory and mood. Obesity increases the risk of several debilitating, and deadly diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.
Why are people obese?
Many people blame obesity on poor dietary choices and inactivity, but it’s not always that simple. Other factors can have powerful effects on body weight and obesity, some of which are outside of a person’s control. These include genetics, environmental factors, certain medical conditions, and more.
How do I explain obesity to a child?
How to Talk to Kids about Weight
- Encourage open dialogue.
- Don’t make negative comments.
- Take action.
- Avoid the blame game.
- A united front.
- Talk with your healthcare provider.
- Seek advice.
- Focus on health over weight.
Can you be born fat?
People aren’t exactly born “naturally fat”. Genetics does play an important part in weight, though. People with certain genes are more likely to overeat and be less active and may have a harder time maintaining a healthy weight than others. However, genetics is only a small part of the reason.
How do I tell my daughter she’s overweight?
Can a 2 year old be obese?
The truth is that toddlers can be overweight, and it’s not always easy for parents to tell if they are. So it’s important to check in with your child’s pediatrician to see if they are on track size-wise.
What do you say when your friend says your fat?
Reassure. Tell your friend that they are beautiful, imperfectly perfect, and don’t need to change themselves. The only thing that they do need to change is how they see themselves. Point out how grateful they should be to their body that’s KEEPING THEM ALIVE, point out their talents, how amazing they are… etc.