Obesity
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A body weight that is much higher than is healthy. Defined as having a body mass index of 30 or more. Obesity puts a person at greater risk of developing numerous chronic diseases.
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Body mass index (BMI)A measurement to work out the range of healthy weights for a person. It is calculated by dividing your weight (in kilograms) by your height (in meters squared – that is, your…
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ChronicSomething that persists or continues for at least six months.
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RiskThe chance that an activity or hazard will give rise to harm. Risk is generally given in terms of numerical odds (1 in 10) or percentages (10%).
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Cushing's syndromeA disorder caused by high levels of the stress-hormone cortisol resulting in damage to the body, including abdominal obesity, rounded red face, and other symptoms.