Obesity is a complex medical condition characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat to an extent that it negatively impacts health. It's typically defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater, although this measure has limitations and doesn't account for body composition. Key aspects of obesity include: - Imbalance between calorie intake and energy expenditure. - Genetic and environmental factors contributing to its development. - Association with numerous health complications. Obesity is considered a major public health concern due to its prevalence and associated health risks. These risks include: - Increased adipose tissue mass - Hormonal imbalances - Chronic low-grade inflammation - Cardiovascular diseases - Type 2 diabetes - Certain cancers - Osteoarthritis - Sleep apnea --- # Hashtags #obesity #body_weight #type_2_diabetes #hyperphagia #hyperblog