What Are The Different Types Of Obesity?

 

Obesity is a common, complex chronic disease process that represents a major global health problem. such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Although it can't be completely prevented, many medical experts are working on treatments to help people lose weight long-term instead of just going on a short-term diet. Three decades ago, WHO defined obesity as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m or more based on studies confirming the association between BMI and mortality in white populations.  A normal weight does not indicate metabolic health.

The word "obesity" means "malignancy from natural abundance, from the Latin obesity". It is often called the "new smoking" and is one of the leading causes of disability. In 2008, an estimated 34 percent of adults in the United States were obese. In 2006, it was estimated that 2.2 million children under the age of 5 were obese. Rates are higher among minority groups at 42% and 47% among African American and Hispanic children, respectively.

Some types of obesity can be caused by eating too many calories or not being active enough. Other types of obesity can be caused by genetics, puberty, and pregnancy. People who have one or more problems with the hypothalamus - the weight regulation center in the brain - can also develop obesity.

Although most people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese and benefit metabolically from weight loss, approximately 10% have a normal body weight. A strict BMI cutoff used as the sole criterion to define indications for obesity treatment, including bariatric and metabolic surgery, is unlikely to provide adequate patient selection.

This section will cover different types of obesity:.

Obesity caused by stress

This type of obesity is caused by stress, depression and other problems. Mostly, people who eat a lot of sweets are affected by this type of fat. The best way to control this type of obesity is to control stress and anxiety. It is best to find physical activity to relieve your stress and anxiety. With this method you can achieve great results in your body.

Gluten obesity

This type of obesity is common in women approaching menopause and men with hormonal imbalances. The best way to control this type of excess weight is to avoid physical activity, prolonged sitting, smoking and alcohol consumption. The best solution is weight training.

Metabolic obesity

People who are gaining weight and are bloated are in this category. This is a dangerous type of obesity as it can affect other organs and cause breathing problems. People who are overweight should avoid drinking alcohol.

Venous obesity

This type of obesity is usually genetically inherited obesity and occurs mostly during pregnancy and in people with leg swelling. The treatment is exercising such as walking, climbing stairs and drinking plenty of water.

Childhood Obesity

It is the most common type of obesity and is a serious problem among children. The least the age of 5, the risk for childhood obesity is raised by 40%.

Adult onset obesity

This type of obesity develops later in life and can occur as early as 20 years old. Factors that may lead to adult onset include heart disease, diabetes, certain medications, or as a side effect from cancer treatment.

Chronic illness-induced Obesity

This type of obesity results from an underlying chronic illness that causes weight gain over time. Some people are predisposed to chronic illness-induced Obesity if they have metabolic syndrome.