1. What is BMI? BMI (Body Mass index) is a measurement of body
fat of an individual based on weight and height. 2. What is
normal BMI? BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is considered normal BMI of
25-29.9 is considered overweight BMI of greater than 30 is
considered obese Click here to calculate your BMI 3. What is
lifestyle modification? It is a combination of dietary changes
and physical activity in daily life. Obesity is a chronic
disease and needs life style modification on a day today basis.
It plays a very important role in weight loss in addition to
medications. It is very crucial part in keeping the weight off.
4. What is Obesity? Obesity results from complex interaction of
genetic, behavioral and environmental factors causing an
imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure. A body
weight of 20% or more above the desired weight loss is the point
at which excessive weight becomes an established health hazard.
5. What are the health consequences of obesity? Obesity is
associated with the following diseases: