OBESITYConsequences and Counteraction

Prepared For:

Mr. Syed Munir KhasruProfessorInstitute of Business AdministrationUniversity of Dhaka

Prepared By: Group-9Mahbub Rahman Nafee (Roll: ZR-05)Md. Farhanuzzaman (Roll: ZR-13)S.M. Samau Nus Shafa (Roll: ZR-25)Rehnuma Sabrin Arpy (Roll: RH-49)Zuhaier Zahin Anwar (Roll: ZR-56)

Who are considered to be Obese?

Effects of Obesity:

Counteraction

Use the Body Mass Index (BMI) function

It uses a combination of one’s weight and height

BMI of 25-30: Overweight,BMI > 30 : Obese

2 Billion (about 30%) of the world’s population are now overweight and obese

Who are obese?

The highest rates being around the Middle East, North Africa and the U.S.

Obesity can lead to a plethora of diseases and physical stress

Physical Implications

Debilitates Reproductive and Respiratory functions

Complex changes in Hormones and Metabolism

Reduces Quality and Length of life

Raises Healthcare and other costs

Mechanical stress of simply moving around

Other health costs

Maybe seen as a Social Outcast

Indecent Name Calling

Social Handicap

Culture has an Undeniable Bias against obese people

Discrimination

Food Addiction or Overeating

Cognitive Aging

Stress and Anxiety

Loss of Energy and Joy for Life

Mental Hazards

Obesity and Depression Links:

Obesity causes DepressionObesity leads to:

• Poor self Image• Low Self-Esteem• Ostracism• Discrimination

Depression causes ObesityDepression leading to poor food choices, overeating and less exercise

Obesity

Depression

The Vicious Cycle

Upward Trend in the Obese Population

Losing as little as 5 to 10 percent of body weight

offers meaningful health benefits

Regular Physical Activity Participating in Extra-curricular activities Doing less Sedentary work Shifting to a Better Diet

Prevention is better: Starting from an Early age

Bring about Cultural change

Recognize the Obese as Individuals

Try to promote healthy and physical activities rather

than discriminating

Change behavior and habits bit by bit

Consult a Doctor

Thank You!

Questions?