Obesity is a condition in which excess fat has accumulated to such an extent that health may be negatively affected. In addition, the presence of obesity needs to be evaluated in the context of other factors such as medical conditions that could influence the risk of complications. Obesity is defined as body mass index, or BMI, of above 30, whereas over-weight is defined as the BMI above 25. BMI above 35 is considered morbid obesity....
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