Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
Define obese
A
Having a body mass above ‘normal’ which can leas to health problems.
2
Q
how is obesity measured?
A
BMI
3
Q
what does BMI stand for?
A
body mass index.
4
Q
What is BMI?
A
An index of body mass related to height.
5
Q
equation for calculating BMI?
A
body mass in kg / height2 in metre2
6
Q
Why should reuse waist circumference to measure obesity as well as BMI?
A
BMI doesn’t consider fat distribution.
7
Q
Consequences of obesity -
A
Increases risk of type 2 diabetes
increases risk of cancer
increases risk of CVD
linked to increased cholesterol levels and high blood pressure.
