Obesity

The term used to describe body weight that is much greater than what is considered to be healthy. There are many ways to determine if a person is obese, but most experts believe that a person’s body mass index (BMI) is the most accurate measurement of body fat for children and adults. Adults with a BMI greater than 30 are considered obses. Adults with a BMI between 25 and 29.9 are considered overweight. Conditions that may accompany obesity include high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis and gallstones. Treatment options to lose weight include lifestyle changes such as exercise and diet; drug therapies, both over-the-counter and prescription; surgical procedures, such as gastric bypass or gastric banding; and alternative therapies such as herbal or nutritional supplements, homeopathy, acupuncture, cognitive behavior therapy and hypnosis.

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