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Obesity Flashcards

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1
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How can obesity be measured

A

Body mass index

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What BMI does an obese person have

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30 or more

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What BMI does an overweight person have

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25 up to 30

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What are the two main body types of obese people

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Apple for men
Pear for women

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5
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Diseases linked to obesity

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Type 2 diabetes
Cardiovascular disease
Hypertension
Some cancers

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Give the main causes of obesity

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Energy intake
Unhealthy choices
Physical inactivity
Lack of sleep
Genetics/Medical Conditions

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