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Obesity is usually a lifestyle disease, though it may be related to other medical conditions. Obesity is most common amongst adults but can affect the elderly, teens, and even children. Obesity is not only a cosmetic concern – it increases your risk for ailments like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancers, back pain, sleep apnea, mental health problems, and more.
Work closely with your doctor. The majority of cases of obesity are caused by diet and lifestyle choices. You gain weight when you take in more calories than you burn through daily activities – either due to having a sedentary lifestyle, eating an unhealthy diet, or both.[2] Your doctor can help you to overcome obesity by educating you about diet and lifestyle changes, helping you to make a meal plan or exercise regimen that's right for you, and referring you to other helpful professionals. You and your doctor can work to overcome your obesity as a team.
Collaborate with a nutritionist. Nutritionists and dietitians are professionals trained to help you eat healthy in the way that's best for you. Work with one to create a meal plan, and to ensure you get all the vitamins and minerals you need while eating to lose weight.
Get a personal trainer. Consider hiring a personal trainer if you have the means to do so. Personal trainers can teach you how to exercise properly and safely, and can be very motivational. They can teach you appropriate form for exercises and help you to develop a consistent plan with gradually increasing levels of difficulty.
Take a team-approach. Sometimes the best way to overcome obesity is to work with a care team. Depending on your needs and circumstances, your doctor may have you work with a mental health professional or an obesity specialist.
Consider weight-loss surgery. Weight-loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, limits how much food you can eat and/or how you digest and absorb food. You can have good results, but there are also risks. Surgeries can have consequences in how you absorb some vitamins and minerals that you need, so always continue to work with your healthcare provider after your surgery. There are several kinds of surgery to consider, and your doctor can help you choose one that's right for you.
Treat any medical conditions causing your obesity. Rarely, obesity is caused by genetic or medical conditions. Discuss your health history and family history with your doctor to rule out any medical causes for your weight concerns.
Eat fewer calories. You and your doctor should discuss how many calories per day you should try to eat. The average goal is 1,200 to 1,500 calories per day for women, and 1,500 to 1,800 calories per day for men.[11] Your goal is to burn more calories than you eat – that's the only way to safely and effectively lose weight naturally.
Eat smaller portions. When possible, try to eat five to six small, healthy meals a day instead of the conventional three larger meals a day.
Work closely with your doctor. The majority of cases of obesity are caused by diet and lifestyle choices. You gain weight when you take in more calories than you burn through daily activities – either due to having a sedentary lifestyle, eating an unhealthy diet, or both.[2] Your doctor can help you to overcome obesity by educating you about diet and lifestyle changes, helping you to make a meal plan or exercise regimen that's right for you, and referring you to other helpful professionals. You and your doctor can work to overcome your obesity as a team.
Collaborate with a nutritionist. Nutritionists and dietitians are professionals trained to help you eat healthy in the way that's best for you. Work with one to create a meal plan, and to ensure you get all the vitamins and minerals you need while eating to lose weight.
Get a personal trainer. Consider hiring a personal trainer if you have the means to do so. Personal trainers can teach you how to exercise properly and safely, and can be very motivational. They can teach you appropriate form for exercises and help you to develop a consistent plan with gradually increasing levels of difficulty.
Take a team-approach. Sometimes the best way to overcome obesity is to work with a care team. Depending on your needs and circumstances, your doctor may have you work with a mental health professional or an obesity specialist.
Consider weight-loss surgery. Weight-loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, limits how much food you can eat and/or how you digest and absorb food. You can have good results, but there are also risks. Surgeries can have consequences in how you absorb some vitamins and minerals that you need, so always continue to work with your healthcare provider after your surgery. There are several kinds of surgery to consider, and your doctor can help you choose one that's right for you.
Treat any medical conditions causing your obesity. Rarely, obesity is caused by genetic or medical conditions. Discuss your health history and family history with your doctor to rule out any medical causes for your weight concerns.
Eat fewer calories. You and your doctor should discuss how many calories per day you should try to eat. The average goal is 1,200 to 1,500 calories per day for women, and 1,500 to 1,800 calories per day for men.[11] Your goal is to burn more calories than you eat – that's the only way to safely and effectively lose weight naturally.
Eat smaller portions. When possible, try to eat five to six small, healthy meals a day instead of the conventional three larger meals a day.
