Common Health Problems Related to Obesity

Some experts estimate that over one-third of adults in the US are obese. If you are obese, it means you weigh at least 20% more than the weight that is ideal for your body build, height, and size. The most common measure for obesity is BMI or Body Mass Index. Those...

September is Obesity Awareness Month

According to the World Health Organization, obesity has tripled on a global level since 1975. Obesity is defined as having a BMI of 30 or more. Obese individuals have a higher risk of developing other serious conditions like heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes....