OBESITY Flashcards
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Definition of Obesity
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Obesity is the abnormal/excessive accumulation of fat that affects health.
It is measured using the BMI index, which is calculated as weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters (kg/m²).
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Mechanisms of Obesity
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Increase in weight leads to mechanical stress.
Internal pressure and mechanical resistance increase.
Weight gain can impair physiological function.
There is an increase in volume and size.
3
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Obesity Prevention Action Framework
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Increase Healthy Options.
Improve Food Marketing and Provision.
Enhance Parks and Recreational Spaces.
Reduce Deterrents for Healthy Behavior.
Address Food Marketing.
Increase the Cost of Unhealthy Food.
Combat Discrimination.
