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WHO organization has declared Obesity as a disease and a disability.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) in 1997 declared obesity as a major public health problem and a global epidemic. In general, a body mass index of 25 kg/m2 or greater is considered overweight and 30 kg/m2 or greater is considered obese.
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It's true that WHO organization has declared Obesity as a disease and a disability.
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WHO
- The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that deals with international public health.
- It was founded on April 7, 1948, with its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
- The WHO can develop, establish and promote international standards for food, biological, pharmaceutical and similar substances.
- Its purpose is to achieve the highest level of health for all people.
Obesity
- Obesity is a condition in which the amount of harmful fat in a person's body increases.
- This increases the risk of serious health complications. Excess body fat puts pressure on bones and vital organs.
- This causes complex changes in hormones and metabolism and increases inflammation in the body.
- People with hereditary obesity should seek medical advice regarding diet and lifestyle from adolescence.
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