Obesity - Renew Hormone Center

What is obesity?

Obesity is defined as having an excessive amount of body fat. More specifically, it refers to having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. BMI is calculated based on your weight and height.

Some key characteristics of obesity include:

• High amount of body fat that increases the risk of other health issues
• BMI of 30 or higher in adults
• Can be caused by behavioral and genetic factors
• Associated with conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer
• Can negatively impact one's quality of life

How do you know if you are obese? The easiest way is to calculate your BMI. BMI between 25-29.9 is overweight, while 30 or higher is obese. Speak to your doctor about your BMI and if you are concerned about obesity.

Obesity develops from a complex mix of factors. The main causes include:

• Behavioral factors - unhealthy diet high in calories, low activity levels/exercise, poor sleeping habits
• Genetic factors - family history of obesity
• Medical factors - hormone disorders like low testosterone or thyroid issues

The treatment for obesity focuses on long-term lifestyle modifications like:

• Consuming a nutritious, low-calorie diet
• Increasing physical activity and exercise
• Working on problem areas like stress and sleep
• In some cases, physician recommended weight loss medication or surgeries like gastric bypass

We provide:

• Specialized blood work & lab testing for hormone imbalances
• Safe and effective prescription medications for weight management
• Nutrition counseling for establishing healthy habits

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In summary, obesity occurs when a person has an excess amount of body fat, a BMI of 30 or more, and it raises one's risk factors for other conditions. While behavioral and genetic reasons contribute, simple lifestyle changes like a better diet and more exercise can help manage obesity over the long-term. Medical options like hormone balancing may also play a key role for some individuals.