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What is Obesity

Obesity

  • defined as BMI(body mass index) greater than 30

  • Body Mass Index(BMI) is a person's weight in kilograms divided by square of height in meters

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Waist Circumferance

  • Greater than 40 in males

  • Greater than 35 in Females(non-pregnant)

  • Higher risk of obesity related complications

Risks

  • Hypertension

  • Type 2 Diabetes

  • Coronary Artary disease

  • Stroke

  • Sleep Apnea

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Anxiety/Depression/ Mood Problems

  • Elavated LDL cholosterol and triglycerides

Approach-Goals for weight loss

  • 10% reduction in bodyweight within 6 months of treatment and lifestyle modification

  • BMI range 27-35-> 0.5-1 lbs weight loss per week

  • Greater than 30-> 1-2 lbs weight loss per week

Steps

  1. Diet and lifestyle modification

  2. Medical therapy

  3. Behavioral Therapy through Mindfulness & breathing exercises

  4. Monitor your progress

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