Obesity

Home / Obesity

Obesity is a condition where a person has too much body fat,which can have negative effects on their health. It isusually determined by a person’s Body Mass Index (BMI), a measure of weight in relation to height.

BMI Classification:

Normal Weight: BMI 18.5 to 24.9
Overweight: BMI 25 to 29.9
Obesity: BMI 30 or higher

Obesity often results from an imbalance between the calories consumed and the calories expended through physical activity.Genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors also play an important role.

Being obese, can increase the risk of various health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, joint problems, and certain cancers.

Managing obesity involves adopting a healthier lifestyle, including abalanced diet, regular physical activity,and behavioral changes.In some cases,medical interventions or weight loss surgery may be recommended.

In siddha medicine Obesity is referred as Athi Thoola Noi. Siddha literatures clearly describes the diet pattern for new born children, Children, youngadults, adults, pregnant woman, lactating mothers and also hardworkers. Preventive measures for obesity and treatment methods are also available in Siddha texts. Various body postures named yogasanas supports to prevent and treat Athi Thoola Noi.