Obesity according to BMI (Body Mass Index)

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a calculation based on height and weight. Determines if you are underweight, ideal weight, overweight, or obese. The test is an indicator of your total body fat. Even though its degree of accuracy is very high, there are circumstances in which the calculations are not 100% true. Since the result is based solely on numbers, you should take the guesstimate and discuss other factors with your doctor. Such as weight and muscle morphology. A BMI of 30 or higher is considered obesity. Those at the upper end of the scale for overweight (25 – 29.9) and those who fall into the obese category are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Another indicator of danger is waist circumference. If you are a man and your waist measures 101 centimeters or more. And if you are a woman and your waist measures 89 centimeters or more, you have a factor of increased abdominal fat that is risky for diabetes and other diseases. A healthy BMI lies in maintaining weight control appropriate for your height and body type. Taking care of this factor will bring you more benefits than controlling blood glucose levels. Also increased energy consumption can reduce the amount of insulin in the body. In order to have a longer life expectancy. Eat a healthy and balanced diet to reduce total body fat. This way you can bring your BMI to an acceptable range (18.5-24.9). Consult your doctor and get advice on the best way to achieve your goals. And if you started a weight loss exercise routine, get your doctor’s approval first to make sure you don’t suffer from injuries or hypoglycemia. As well as not overloading the body with work.