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    BMI is a measure of body fat based on an individual's weight in relation to their height. It provides an indicator of total body fat rather than a direct measurement. As BMI scores increase, so does total body fat levels. Several factors influence BMI and obesity levels, including genetic factors, lifestyle behaviors, psychological issues, and economic constraints. Genetic defects can impact hormones that regulate hunger and weight. Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy diets increase obesity risk. Psychological issues like depression may also influence eating behaviors. Lower socioeconomic status is associated with less affordable, nutritious food options.

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    BMI is a measure of body fat based on an individual's weight in relation to their height. It provides an indicator of total body fat rather than a direct measurement. As BMI scores increase, so does total body fat levels. Several factors influence BMI and obesity levels, including genetic factors, lifestyle behaviors, psychological issues, and economic constraints. Genetic defects can impact hormones that regulate hunger and weight. Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy diets increase obesity risk. Psychological issues like depression may also influence eating behaviors. Lower socioeconomic status is associated with less affordable, nutritious food options.

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    BMI is a measure of body fat based on an individual's weight in relation to their height. It provides an indicator of total body fat rather than a direct measurement. As BMI scores increase, so does total body fat levels. Several factors influence BMI and obesity levels, including genetic factors, lifestyle behaviors, psychological issues, and economic constraints. Genetic defects can impact hormones that regulate hunger and weight. Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy diets increase obesity risk. Psychological issues like depression may also influence eating behaviors. Lower socioeconomic status is associated with less affordable, nutritious food options.

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    -PRIYANKA.

    PARATE
    MPTH, Deccan Education Society’s BJCOP,PUNE.
     It is a measure of body fat based on your
    weight in relation to your height.

     It is more of an indicator than a direct


    measurement of a person’s total body fat.

     As the BMI score increases, so does the


    person’s total body fat increases.
     Formula –

    Eg- For an adult with height of 180 cm and


    weight of 75 kg.
    First step is to convert the height into
    meters. As there are 100cm in a meter, we
    divide our figure by 100. This gives us 1.8m.
    BMI = 75 ÷ (1.8 x 1.8)
    BMI = 75 ÷ 3.24
    BMI = 23.15
    Weight Status Body Mass Index kg/m2

    Under weight <18.5

    Normal range 18.5-24.9

    Over weight 25.0-29.9

    Obese ≥30

    Obese class - 1 30.0-34.9

    Obese class - 2 35.0-39.9

    Obese class - 3 ≥40


    BMI = 118 ÷ (1.98 x 1.98)

    BMI = 118 ÷ 3.92

    BMI = 30.10
     24  Overweight
     35  Under weight
     17  Obese
     28  Normal weight
    Genetic
    Factor

    Lifestyle Psycho-
    Factor BMI logical
    Factor

    Economic
    al Factor
     Many studies have identified a specific defect in
    genes that control body weight.

     A defect in the gene that synthesizes leptin, which


    is a crucial hormonal substance produced by fat
    and released into the bloodstream that acts on
    hypothalamus to regulate body weight.

     Congenital absence of leptin produces continual


    hunger and marked obesity in childrens.
     The second genetic defect observed is the body’s
    response to the signal leptin provided.

     This signal largely determines how much one


    eats, how much energy one expends and
    ultimately one’s body weight.
     Studies have shown that obese people are about
    25 percent more likely to experience a mood
    disorder like depression compared with those
    who are not obese.

     Many obese people eat in response to negative


    emotions such as boredom, sadness or anger.

     As eating soothe fears, sadness and worry for


    some.
     Level of physical activity- sedentary lifestyle
    can lead to obesity and so active lifestyle can
    overcome such problems.

     Dietary habits- A large consumption of foods


    high in sugar and fat increases the likelihood
    of weight gain. Consequently, the total energy
    intake rises, which causes problems of
    overweight and vice versa.

     Sleeping hours- Insomnia or lack of sleep can


    cause hormonal imbalance that increase your
    appetite or craving for foods high in calories
    and carbohydrates.
     Economic constraints contribute to unhealthy
    food choices.

     Among low socioeconomic groups they tend to


    buy product which are cheaper to reduce their
    food budgets while maintaining diets similar
    to the average population diet.

     And so the proportion of energy by meat,


    dairy products, vegetables, and fruits
    decreases, but the proportion by sweets,
    added fats, and cereals increases which can
    lead to obesity.

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