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Losing weight belongs to a behavior mode aimed at reducing excessive fat and weight of human body. Moderate weight loss can reduce the risk of obesity and improve the health level of patients with obesity complications.
There are various slimming concepts and slimming products on the market, so please choose them carefully. Excessive and rapid weight loss will have a bad effect on the body. Adopt a scientific and correct way to lose weight, and be wary of the unproven concept of losing weight in the hypothetical stage.
Obesity is a state caused by excessive accumulation of body fat, especially triglycerides. Usually, excessive food intake or changes in body metabolism lead to excessive fat accumulation in the body, resulting in excessive weight gain and pathophysiological changes in the human body.
Body mass index, BMI) is the square of weight (Kg) divided by height (m), which is an index to evaluate the degree of obesity. In Europe and America, BMI≥ 25 kg/m2 is overweight and BMI≥ 30 kg/m2 is obese. According to different BMI, people in the Asia-Pacific region can be divided into: healthy18.5-22.9 kg/m2; Overweight 23-24.9 kg/m2; 1 degree obesity 25-29.9 kg/m2; Second-degree obesity is 30-34.9 kg/m2; Third degree obesity > 35 kg/m2。
The formula is: body mass index (BMI)= weight (kg, kg)/ square of height (m, m).
Ideal weight (kg) = (18.5 ~ 23.9) × the square of height (unit m)
Source: Baidu Encyclopedia: Lose Weight