World Obesity Day
2023-03-04World Obesity Day is observed on March 4th every year toraise awareness about the global epidemic of obesity and its impact on health.The day aims to encourage and support practical actions that can help peopleachieve and maintain a healthy weight and prevent obesity-related diseases. Obesityis a major public health issue worldwide, with more than 1.9 billion adultsoverweight and 650 million obese. Obesity increases the risk of various healthproblems, including heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer.
Who is consideredObese?
Obesity is a health condition which emerges in front of aperson if there is an excessive amount of fat in the body which impairs themovement of the person and causes severe health problems. It is generallydetermined by a person's Body Mass Index (BMI), which is a measure of bodyweight that takes into account a person's height.
Impact of Obesity
Obesity is a complex condition that is caused by acombination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. It is defined ashaving a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. Obesity can lead to a range ofhealth problems, including:
· High blood pressure
· Sleep Apnea
· Genetics: Obesity can run in families,suggesting that genetics play a role in the development of the condition.
· Behaviour: Eating a diet high in calories andlow in nutrients and being physically inactive can lead to weight gain andobesity.
World Obesity Day aims to encourage governments, healthcareproviders, and individuals to take action to prevent and reduce obesity. Theday provides an opportunity to promote healthy eating habits, physicalactivity, and weight management, as well as to raise awareness of the socialand economic consequences of obesity. On this day, various events and activitiesare organized by healthcare organizations, government agencies, and NGOs toraise awareness of the issue and promote healthy lifestyles. These events mayinclude public lectures, health fairs, health screenings, and exercise classes.
Various healthcare organisations and NGOs are determined tospread awareness among people across the world to reduce the number of peoplesuffering from obesity. It can be prevented through various approaches andactivities which include but are not limited to:
· Get regular exercise: Engaging in regularphysical activity can help burn calories, strengthen muscles, and improveoverall health.
· Get enough sleep: Lack of sleep can disrupthormones that regulate hunger and appetite, leading to overeating and weightgain.
· Seek support: Joining a weight loss program orseeking support from friends and family can help maintain motivation andaccountability.
World Obesity Day is an important reminder of the need toaddress the global obesity epidemic. Obesity can lead to a range of healthproblems, social and economic consequences, and reduced quality of life. Byadopting healthy behaviours and seeking support, we can prevent and reduceobesity and improve our overall health and well-being. Let's take action todayto make a healthier tomorrow.
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