Every other person we meet is worried about the weight they are carrying. Well, here weight means body weight. But is the problem of being overweight is common to this extent or maintaining a skinny physique has become a new fashion trend?
Is obesity a real health challenge or just hyped about?
Well, for most people being overweight is just psychological but we can’t undermine the fact that how huge the problem of obesity is! Obesity is one of the common health problems nowadays, all thanks to this fast and synthetic world we are living in.
In a webinar on obesity, a renowned nutritionist from Boulevard hospital in Karachi was telling that in the next decade obesity will be the number one leading cause of health problems. Well, the situation is not too different now! Every other disease we hear about takes obesity as the major risk factor.
Obesity VS. Overweight- what’s the difference?
When people talk about obesity, they usually use the terms obesity and overweight interchangeably, explained by a nutritionist from Ziauddin hospital Karachi.
But the fact is, there is a lot of difference between the two. Term overweight usually refers to the person who has exceeded his normal BMI range (18-25), while obesity is when a person’s BMI values cross a certain limit (usually about 30). So, next time you think of obesity, it isn’t the same as being overweight.
How problematic obesity can be?
Well, now must understand what obesity is and how it can affect a person’s health. The effects of obesity aren’t only physical. The odds of body shaming aren’t hidden from anyone and can shatter a person’s psychological health to a greater extent.
How obesity can be treated?
When we talk about the solution to the problem, it comes with thousands of unwanted pieces of advice from all and sundry. A person will tell you about a magic diet while the other one will advocate the use of certain magic pills that can help you to lose weight. All this information can lead people committing the worst mistakes that produce no result and are harmful in both the short and long run.
Common mistakes in obesity treatment
Some of the common mistakes people do while fighting obesity are;
- Not looking after your dietary habits – Poor or bad eating habits are mainly responsible for weight gain and it doesn’t mean that you are eating throughout the day. Remember, no matter how much and how many times you are eating, if you’re exceeding the calories your body needs to function, you are at loss.
Excess calorie consumption can certainly cause potential weight gain which will turn into obesity. So, if you’re looking for ways to treat obesity, begin with your eating habits. - Don’t get tempted by crash diets – Crash diet problems are as common as fad diets. The main responsible factor behind this is a common belief that you will only lose weight if you would stop eating. However, not a single nutrient can do magic for you so, whenever you get tempted towards crash diets (which is very common) remind yourself that eating right is the only way to do so.
- Avoid weight loss medications – We see a lot of people taking weight loss medications but remember that these medications don’t work and can only do harm to your body. Nothing can do the magic for you rather than a good diet, workout and right lifestyle choices.
- Weight loss surgeries – You might have seen celebrities getting weight loss surgeries but there are a lot of things to consider before making your mind into this. Weight loss surgeries are a whole new world and each of these treatments has its pros and cons. So, always consider going to the right medical specialist for making the right choice.
Bottom Line!
Obesity is a common health problem that is further associated with several other health-related complications. Getting rid of your excess weight is a smart and timely move to ensure a healthy future. The market for weight loss is filled with countless ways which are both realistic and unrealistic. Now, it’s up to you what you choose and what you get out of it. I limit my advice to eat healthily, stay active and positive to enjoy a healthy life!
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Nicole Hinton
Nicole is a freelancer & passionate blogger. She has 4+ years of experience in digital marketing and specialize in content writing, content marketing and organic search engine optimization. She has worked with many brands from Canada as well as the USA. Currently, she manages content marketing team of freelancers and doing their business efficiently.
