Obesity and Aesthetics: Risk factors of being overweight

Dr Sharad Sharma, Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon, Hiranandani hospital Vashi- A Fortis Network Hospital, tells you about the risk factors of being obese.

By: Editorial Team | | Updated: October 12, 2018 10:16 am

These are the risk factors of being obese. © Shutterstock

It is important to understand the rising cause of Obesity, and how vital it is to get oneself checked in time, to avoid increasing morbidity in the future. Obesity is divided in to three categories: Overweight, obese and morbid obesity. Dr Sharad Sharma, Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon, Hiranandani hospital Vashi- A Fortis Network Hospital, briefs you about the risk factors. Also Read - Aquatic Therapy Is Gaining Popularity Worldwide: Know Its Benefits

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As the number of overweight and obese Indians are surging, so are the numbers of those who are severely or morbidly obese. We all live in a society where physical appearance is given more value, and subsequently many people who suffer from severe to morbid obesity feel weakened or feel like a failure. This will further impact ones social environment, relationship with friends or loved ones, lowers self-esteem and affects ones overall personal and professional life. Also Read - Obese People are More Responsive to Food Marketing, But it Changes After Weight Loss

We all come to a stage where a pair of pants or a dress suddenly feels too tight, climbing few stairs which was easy before, suddenly seems like a trek up a mountain. One might start feeling tired, feeling a pain in the hip and back or one may just feel tired all the time during the day. As a growing health problem in the country, according to a study, about 15% of Indians in 2015 were obese; the numbers showed an upward surge, primarily because of adoption of sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle.

Over the past few years, it is seen that thinness or body perfection has evolved into a standard of beauty, which is considered as an achievement, a reward for maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise. However, such superficial beliefs lead to discrimination which creates heightened negativity in minds of people who were obese or overweight. The health of a person cannot be measured or defined; therefore it cannot be explained by a person s weight or appearance. Many people, who are thin, also follow an unhealthy lifestyle, yet they don t gain weight; this differs from person to person. So for people who are obese or overweight the first and foremost step is to positively alter their lifestyle, control diet, regularly exercise and avoid stress. It is also vital, especially for their family and friends, to avoid blaming them for being overweight or obese, instead support them in reducing weight. Positivity and motivation from friends and family will go a long way in the pursuit of health body weight.

It is seen that the prevalence of obesity has substantially increased, and it is significantly important to raise awareness on this issue now before it is too late. There are several risk factors associated when a person is overweight or obese. Following are the risk factors that one must be aware of:

Sleeping problems
Heart related diseases
Increased blood pressure and cholesterol levels
Gall Bladder disease
Arthritis or problems related to joint pains
Chances of developing Cancer
Sexual health problems
Psychological/emotional stress
Kidney and Liver disease
Developing Asthma
Menstrual problems

You should seek help from your physician and a certified nutritionist or dietician, who will guide you along the way to healthy weight loss. Achieving ideal body weight is possible, and you can make it possible!

Published : October 12, 2018 10:16 am | Updated:October 12, 2018 10:16 am

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