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Obesity is an abnormal accumulation of body fat, usually 20% or more over an individual's ideal body weight.
Bariatrics is the study and treatment of obesity.
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person's weight in kilograms (kg) divided by his or her height in meters squared. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) now defines normal weight, overweight and obesity according to BMI rather than the traditional height/weight charts.

BMI Subclasses:

Class 1:BMI of 30 to <35

Class 2: BMI of 35 to <40

Class 3: BMI of 40 and higher

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Obesity Facts:

Approximately 1 in 3 adults  and 1 in 6 children are obese.

Most Americans do not eat a healthful diet and are not physically active at levels needed to maintain proper health.

Obesity-related conditions include heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, which are among the leading causes of death.

Obesity significantly increases medical costs and poses a staggering burden on the U.S. medical care delivery system.

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The New Digital Diet:  Some dieters rely on family and friends for support, while others turn to their computers and other smart devices for assistance.

Smart food scale- weighing and pre-portioning meals is not only a time saver but also can promote the mindset that food is fuel.

Personal activity trackers-include smart watches, rings, bands and bracelets that you can wear that can track your active minutes, active and resting heart rate, calories burned, distance, activity type, sleep duration, and steps.

Computers-have multiple uses with regards to weight loss; online blogging to keep track of experiences, exercise classes and support groups are just a few ways technology can save us time and assist us.

Up to 15% of cell phone owners use apps to manage their health- Apps, as most of us know are plentiful, and diet and exercise ones are on the rise. They are getting more personalized and specific to your needs; for example, there's one that tells you what to eat based on your favorite foods (for your iPhone; it's called intelli-Diet, there are also ones that help train you for a 5K and teach you how to use the intimidating-looking machines at the gym.

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The key to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight isn’t about short-term dietary changes, it's a lifestyle that should include healthy eating.

A healthful diet = A balanced diet; eating nutrient dense foods, in the right quantities, from all the major food groups.

Good nutrition is important to the growth and development of children.

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Results of healthy eating:

a lower risk of heart disease.

a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

a lower total cancer risk.

reduced all-cause mortality.

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Weight loss.

Improved sleep quality.

Decreased risk of co-morbidities.

Better mental health.

Increases our personal productivity.

Increases our longevity.

Most importantly, it results in a better quality of life

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All-causes of death (mortality)

High blood pressure (hypertension).

High LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high levels of triglycerides (Dyslipidemia).

Type 2 diabetes.

Coronary heart disease.

Stroke.

Gallbladder disease.

Osteoarthritis (a breakdown of cartilage and bone within a joint).

Sleep apnea and breathing problems.

Low quality of life.

Mental illness such as clinical depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders.

Body pain and difficulty with physical functioning.

Decreased life expectancy.

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The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. Everyone benefits from exercise, regardless of age, gender or physical ability.

Exercise controls weight.

Regular exercise helps prevent or manage many health problems and concerns, including:

Stroke

Metabolic syndrome

High blood pressure

Type 2 diabetes

Depression

Anxiety

Many types of cancer

Arthritis

Falls

Exercise improves mood, boosts energy levels, promotes sleep,

The Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity, or a combination of moderate and vigorous activity.

Even small amounts of physical activity are helpful, and accumulated activity throughout the day adds up to provide health benefits.