Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to an extent that it may have a negative effect on health. It increases your risk of diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. It has become very common in India where there are more than 10 million cases dealing with obesity.
- Obesity in India has reached epidemic proportions in the 21st century, with morbid obesity affecting 5% of the country's population.
- Unhealthy, processed food has become much more accessible following India's continued integration in global food markets.
- To calculate- Normal BMI: 18.0-22.9 kg/m2, Overweight: 23.0-24.9 kg/m2, Obesity: >25 kg/m2.
- Internationally, a BMI over 25 kg/m2 is considered overweight.
- More than 1.9 billion adults were overweight in 2016, and 650 million obese.
The doctors at Almaa help in providing the best treatment for obesity and help our patients fight their body conditions. A healthy lifestyle is very important for a happy living and we will help you for that.