Obesity has become a serious health risk in recent years. More and more people every day are becoming overweight or obese, and this is causing many health professionals some concern.
Obesity is when you have excess body fat that may result in health complications. You are considered obese when you have excessive body weight and it may affect your health and wellbeing.
People who are obese may suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer among other things. These diseases and conditions can potentially be fatal.
Doctor’s now talk about obesity as a chronic condition much in the same way they do about diabetes or heart disease. This means it is no longer viewed as a simple problem, but rather something that requires ongoing attention and management.
This article will discuss the dangers obesity can cause to an individual.
Higher risk of diabetes
According to the doctor, Richard now has a higher risk of developing diabetes. This is due to the fact that he is now overweight and has a higher body mass index (BMI).
Diabetes occurs when your body struggles to regulate your blood sugar levels. Blood sugar is what allows your cells to function properly.
When there is too much glucose in your blood, it can damage your cells and cause problems with other processes in your body. Symptoms of diabetes include frequent urination, fatigue, and hunger.
There are two types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce any insulin so it cannot process glucose. In type 2 diabetes, the body may produce some insulin but not enough to process glucose correctly.
He was advised to eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals along with doing some exercise to help reduce his risk of diabetes.
Higher risk of certain cancers
Besides the obvious aesthetic concerns, being obese can put you at a higher risk for certain types of cancer.
According to the World Health Organization, obesity is defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) value of 30 or higher. A person who is 5 feet 9 inches tall would be categorized as obese if they weighed 180 pounds or more.
Certain types of cancer, including breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men, have been linked to obesity. Other cancers that may be affected by obesity include colon cancer, pancreatic cancer, and lung cancer.
Worldwide, more than 2 billion people are overweight and 600 million people are obese. This is up from 874 million in 2005, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Decreased physical function
As people grow older, their physical function decreases. As people grow older, they find it harder to perform daily tasks like walking across a room or getting out of a chair.
This is a result of years of accumulated dysfunction in the body. This includes bone loss, decreased muscle mass, and loss of flexibility.
As people age, they also tend to become less active. They may start using vehicles more often for transportation or choose to stay inside and avoid activity due to illness or lack of interest.
Obesity can accelerate this process by causing other health problems that negatively affect the ability to move around and exercise. Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer are just some of these conditions that can reduce physical function.
Because of his weight gain, we need to examine Richard for signs of these issues.
Poor self-image
People who are overweight often feel bad about themselves. They may dislike or distrust their bodies and frequently feel unhappy and disatisfied.
This can lead to problems with their emotional health. For example, they may experience depression, anxiety, and/or other emotional struggles.
Weight bias is also a problem for many overweight people. They experience social discrimination due to their weight, which can be very damaging to their self-image and emotional health.
For example, many people fear fatness so much that they will avoid anyone who looks obese. This can lead to difficulties in employment and/or social situations. It can also lead to feelings of isolation and depression.
The key to improving self-image is to work with a therapist who can help you understand that you are a positive, wonderful person, despite your weight.
Difficulties with clothing
The first sign that someone has become obese is when they have difficulty finding clothes that fit them. If you are having trouble finding clothes that fit you because you have put on a lot of weight, then it may be time to reevaluate your diet and exercise plan.
Many people who are overweight tend to buy bigger clothes, hoping that they will lose weight and be able to wear them again, but this is not a good indicator of whether or not you are healthy.
Doctor’s offices and hospitals now have beds with sensors that can tell if you have lost weight or not. This is due to the fact that if you have gained weight, then you have probably changed sizes. These sensors can detect whether or not you have changed sizes or not.
Obesity has become such a common problem because people are eating too much and exercising too little. It is time to start changing those things so that we can end this epidemic.
Difficulties with seating and mobility equipment
Many people with obesity face difficulties acquiring adequate seating and mobility equipment. There are many myths and stereotypes surrounding overweight people that lead to them being denied equipment.
For example, some people believe that if someone is overweight, they should just exercise more and they would be fit and healthy. This is not always the case!
Obesity can be a disease itself or a secondary disease due to another condition. For example, someone can be obese due to type 2 diabetes or thyroid issues that prevent weight loss. Or they may be overweight because they eat more than they burn off due to stress or other factors.
Regardless of the cause, it is hard to exercise properly when you cannot fit in exercise equipment. Couches and chairs are built for average-sized people, so if you are taller or larger, it is hard to find one that fits you properly without spending a lot of money.
Social isolation
Loneliness and social isolation can put you at risk for weight gain. Some studies show that people who are less socially connected are more likely to eat junk food and less likely to exercise.
Other studies show that people who exercise alone don’t lose as much weight as those who exercise with a group or someone they care about.
Social connections may motivate you to be health-conscious and to exercise. You may also value health because of your connections to other people.
Richard mentions that he doesn’t feel like going out with anyone, so he stays home instead. He also says that he doesn’t have any friends, which makes this point very important.
He needs to find someone he can go out and exercise with, which will help him stick to it and feel more motivated.
Stress on the family budget
In most countries, a family member paying for a resident relative to stay at a rehabilitation center is considered a gift.
However, this is not the case at Fern House. Residents must work at the farm or in the house to earn their keep, which is why Richard had to work in the kitchen with his friend Marcus.
Although it may sound harsh, this is done so that residents have to learn how to manage their money. They have to pay for food and other things they need from the money they earn.
The cost of staying at Fern House ranges between $1,000 and $3,000 per month depending on the level of care needed by the resident. This obviously has an impact on the family budget!
Although families can pay for their loved one’s stay at Fern House, it is strongly recommended that they start saving money for when they return home so they can get back into the habit of going out and doing things together as a family.
