Obesity is one of the most common disorders in the world and the levels of obesity are rising. Get personal advice from a dietitian today
The World Health Organsiation classifies obesity by using body mass index (BMI)
How do you work out BMI?
BMI = weight (kg)/height squared (m2)
To find out your BMI use our tool on the home page (Click here)
| BMI |
What it means
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| >40 |
Morbid Obesity (obese class III) |
| 31 - 40 |
Moderate-severe Obesity(obese class II) |
| 26 - 30 |
Mild Obesity (obese class I) |
| 20 - 25 |
Normal Range |
| 16 - 19 |
Underweight |
| < 16 |
Severely underweight |
Risks of obesity includes an increased risk of developing diabetes, high cholesterol/triglycerides, high blood pressure.
Other affects include chronic lower back pain, osteoarthritis, and breathlessness.
All overweight and obese adults (age 18 years of age or older) with a BMI of > 25 are considered at risk for developing associated diseases.
A person commonly gains more weight during the following periods. Hence increased number of fat cells are formed.
Once a fat cell is formed, you generally cannot get rid of it, this makes treatment of obesity a difficult thing.
- Between 12 and 18 months of age
- Between 12 and 16 years of age
- Adulthood when a person gains in excess of 60% of their ideal body weight
- For women, during pregnancy
Loosing weight is essential for health, a 10% weight loss can provide masses of benefits and can lead to a decrease in blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
How can an Eatatease Dietitian help?
An Eatatease Dietitian can provide an appropriate diet which will help you lose weight in a controlled manner and ensure the right energy balance is maintained during your weight loss.
An e-consultation enables you to have a truly personal comprehensive dietary assessment by a UK registered Dietitian.
Get PERSONALLY tailored diet advice about obesity from one of our registered dietitians!
Useful link
National Obesity forum - www.nof.uk.com
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