Foreword
This topic deals mainly with the psychological aspects of overweight. Permanent weight reduction can only be achieved if the mechanisms leading to obesity are understood.
Synonyms in a broader sense
Medical: Adiposity Overweight, obese, fat, thick, obese, corpulent, full, chubby, obesity per magna, obesity, ideal weight, normal weight, underweight
Definition overweight
The term overweight (obesity) describes a condition in which a person has more weight than the norm (normal weight) considered optimal for his or her height and is thus exposed to increased health risks. The degree of obesity requiring treatment (overweight) is calculated by the so-called Body Mass Index. You can find more information on the calculation under: Body Mass Index.
The Body – Mass – Index
General classification of the body mass index (BMI = kg (body weight)(height in) m2) In most cases, treatment is only required for a BMI greater than 30. Of course, not only the level of the BMI is decisive for the treatment, but especially the distribution of fat. For example, it is known that the distribution of fat in the abdomen, which is typical for men, has a much higher risk of heart attack than the hip-emphasized fat accumulation, which is more common in women.
Not to forget, of course, psychological stress, as well as high suffering pressure, from which, regardless of the BMI (Body – Mass – Index), a need for treatment can arise.
- Underweight: under 18,5
- Normal weight: 18.5 to 24.9
- Overweight: 25.0 to 29.9
- Obesity grade I: 30.0 to 34.9
- Obesity grade II: 35.0 to 39.9
- Obesity grade III: over 40.0
Typical disease caused or contributed to by obesity: Obesity is associated with a variety of direct and indirect health risks. Here are the most important ones: There are also clear “psychosocial” consequences for the patient in connection with obesity overweight.
This refers to the concerns that arise when dealing with the environment. Often, self-esteem and life satisfaction are severely impaired. It is not uncommon to find anxiety disorders and depressive moods.
- Diseases of the cardiovascular system (heart attack, high blood pressure = arterial hypertension)
- Diabetes mellitus (sugar disease)
- Diseases of the joints (arthrosis)
- Sleep disorder
- Respiratory disorders (sleep apnea)
- Diseases of the veins (varicose veins)
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