Am I At Risk Of Obesity?

Do you have a sedentary lifestyle with no time for physical activity?

Do you eat diet that contains large meals, too much saturated and trans fats (desserts and baked goods, cheeses, sausages, ice cream and other dairy dessert) and food high in added sugars (regular soft drinks, cookies, pies and fruit drinks)?

Do you have trouble with sleeping?

Do you have a lot of stress in your everyday life?

Do you eat fast food often?

Do you drink alcohol daily?

Are you trying to quit smoking?

Do you have a low socioeconomic status?

Do you have an unhealthy social environment in your neighborhood with no safe areas to walk or exercise?

Do you have limited access to recreational facilities or parks?

Do you live in a highly polluted environment?

Do you have friends with obesity?

Do you have a family history of obesity?

Do you have any of the fallowing conditions: Prader-Willi syndrome, Cushing syndrome, or arthritis?

Do you take medications such as antidepressants, anti-seizure medications, diabetes medications, antipsychotic medications, steroids and beta blockers?

Are you an African-American or Hispanic woman?

If you are a woman, do you have a diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

Do you have body mass index (BMI) over 25 (BMI represent your weight in kilograms divided by the square of your height in meters)?

Did you have previous attempts of weight loss followed by rapid weight regain (“yo-yo dieting”)?

Based on your answers you have a low risk of obesity. Obesity is a complex health condition that refers to the accumulation of excess body fat to the extent that it negatively affects your health. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a screening tool commonly used to classify obesity in adults. According to the World Health Organization, people with a BMI higher than or equal to 30 are obese. Nowadays, there are more than 650 million obese people worldwide. Obesity can be prevented by adopting healthy eating habits and regular exercise. Adults between 18 and 64 should do at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity during a week.

Based on your answers you have a moderate risk of obesity. Obesity is defined as an abnormal accumulation of body fat that can impair your health. It is a serious medical problem that can increase your risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis, obstructive sleep apnea and certain cancers. Obesity is also a cosmetic issue and may highly influence your self esteem. BMI over 30 is an indicator of obesity. Obesity usually occurs when your calorie intake is higher than the number of calories you burn during exercise and normal daily activities. Also, genetic, behavioral, metabolic and hormonal factors may influence your body weight.

Based on your answers you have a high risk of obesity. Obesity is a serious health problem that occurs by consuming more calories than you can burn during daily activities. Your body stores all the excess energy as fat. Obesity is a growing problem in the United States, and obesity-related conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes are some of the leading causes of premature death. Talk to your doctor about assessing your health and risk factors. A healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and various types of physical activities can help you reduce your risk of obesity.