Obesity and metabolic disorders are closely interlinked, forming a critical public health issue worldwide. Obesity, characterized by excessive fat accumulation, significantly increases the risk of developing metabolic disorders, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). These conditions collectively contribute to metabolic syndrome, which is a cluster of risk factors for cardiovascular disease and other health complications.
Understanding Obesity
Definition:
Obesity is generally defined by body mass index (BMI):
BMI ≥30 kg/m²: Obesity
BMI ≥25 kg/m² but <30 kg/m²: Overweight
It also involves excess visceral fat that disrupts normal metabolic functions.
Causes:
Genetic: Heredity and genetic predisposition (e.g., FTO gene variants).
Lifestyle: Poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, and high-calorie consumption.
Environmental: Urbanization, lack of physical activity, and socioeconomic factors.
Hormonal: Disruptions in appetite-regulating hormones like leptin, ghrelin, and insulin.
Tracks:
Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Dyslipidemia and Cardiovascular Risk
Metabolic Syndrome and Hypertension
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