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Overweight and obesity are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are actually different medical conditions. While both involve having excess body fat, the severity and definition of the conditions vary. | Overweight and obesity are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are actually different medical conditions. While both involve having excess body fat, the severity and definition of the conditions vary. | ||
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==Overweight== | ==Overweight== | ||
Overweight refers to having an excessive amount of body weight, which includes muscle, bone, fat, and water. The body mass index (BMI) is a commonly used method to determine if someone is overweight. A BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight, while a BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese. | Overweight refers to having an excessive amount of body weight, which includes muscle, bone, fat, and water. The body mass index (BMI) is a commonly used method to determine if someone is overweight. A BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight, while a BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese. | ||
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Another way to determine if someone is obese is through [[waist circumference]] measurement. A waist circumference of 40 inches or more in men and 35 inches or more in women is considered a sign of obesity. This measurement is important because excess fat in the abdominal area is associated with a higher risk of health problems. | Another way to determine if someone is obese is through [[waist circumference]] measurement. A waist circumference of 40 inches or more in men and 35 inches or more in women is considered a sign of obesity. This measurement is important because excess fat in the abdominal area is associated with a higher risk of health problems. | ||
==Classification of obesity== | ==Classification of obesity== | ||
Obesity is classified based on body mass index (BMI), which is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters. Here is how the classification of obesity is based on BMI: | Obesity is classified based on [[body mass index]] (BMI), which is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters. Here is how the classification of obesity is based on BMI: | ||
* Underweight: BMI less than 18.5 | * Underweight: BMI less than 18.5 | ||
* Normal: BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 | * Normal: BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 | ||
* Overweight: BMI between 25.0 and 29.9 | * Overweight: BMI between 25.0 and 29.9 | ||
Obesity: BMI 30.0 or higher | * [[Obesity]]: BMI 30.0 or higher | ||
Obesity can further be divided into 3 categories based on the severity: | Obesity can further be divided into 3 categories based on the severity: | ||
==Obesity classes== | ==Obesity classes== | ||
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==How W8MD Can Help== | ==How W8MD Can Help== | ||
W8MD's insurance weight loss program provides a comprehensive approach to help individuals lose weight and manage obesity. | W8MD's insurance weight loss program provides a comprehensive approach to help individuals lose weight and manage obesity. | ||
Our program includes: | Our program includes: | ||
* Consultations with experienced providers who specialize in treating obesity and its associated conditions, as well as sleep disorders. | |||
Consultations with experienced providers who specialize in treating obesity and its associated conditions, as well as sleep disorders. | * Education on nutrition, including information about metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, proper daily intake of low glycemic foods, and the right times to eat throughout the day. | ||
Education on nutrition, including information about metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, proper daily intake of low glycemic foods, and the right times to eat throughout the day. | * Personalized weight loss plans tailored to each individual's needs and goals. | ||
Personalized weight loss plans tailored to each individual's needs and goals. | * The goal of losing 2-4 pounds a week through a nutritious, low-glycemic food plan that is easy to prepare and pre-portioned. | ||
The goal of losing 2-4 pounds a week through a nutritious, low-glycemic food plan that is easy to prepare and pre-portioned. | * With a commitment to the program, individuals can expect to achieve their desired weight loss results through W8MD. | ||
With a commitment to the program, individuals can expect to achieve their desired weight loss results through W8MD. | |||
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