Growth is always not a great thing to happen. The ever growing waistline of the current urban population is alarming. Obesity is a serial killer!!! It affects not only ones personality but also the bodys internal functioning and systems. The major obesity related problems are related problems are diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease joint pains. So, isnt it high time that we fight this deadly disease?? Though diet, exercise and life style modifications are important aspects in the treatment, surgery remains the mainstay for those who are extremely obese. Weight loss (Bariatric surgery) is recommended for you if: Your total body weight is 40kgs more than recommended ideal weight for your height and gender. Your BMI is more than 37.5. Your BMI is between 32.5 and 37.5 and are suffering from any obesity related diseases like diabetes mellitus, hypertension, sleep disorders, high cholesterol, heart diseases, PCOD, joint pains, back ache etc. You have attempted to lose weight through diet or exercise, but have not been bale to sustain it. You understand that bariatric surgery is the best option to achieve sustainable and significant weight loss. You are committed to regular follow up care and lifestyle changes. You are between 16 and 70 years old (with a few exceptions). Underweight (BMI score<18): Consult a dietician to help you gain weight. Contact your doctor to rule out underlying diseases. Normal (BMI score 18.1 to 22.4): Good! Keep it up. Maintain yourself with good diet and regular exercise and help those around you to build a healthy and happy Nation. We are proud of you!! Overweight (BMI score 22.5 to 27.4): You need to lose weight. Start on a regular exercise schedule. Watch your diet and limit those calories. Obesity I (BMI score 27.5 to 32.4): Your weight has now started to affect your health. The risk of developing lifestyle diseases- diabetes, hypertension, etc is increasing. Diet and exercise are what you need. Consult a doctor to understand your options. Obesity II (BMI score 32.5 to 37.4): Your risk profile is now significantly greater. Perhaps just diet and exercise are not sufficient; especially if you are already suffering from co-morbidities- diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep disorders, PCOD, depression. Consult your doctor today. Obesity III (BMI score> 37.5): It is imperative for you to lose weight if you want to lead a healthy life. Bariatric surgery is now the only option which guarantees successful and sustained weight loss. Options such as diet and exercise including lifestyle modifications are helpful, but are not likely to carry you all the way. The time to act is NOW. By: Dr. Atul N.C. Peters Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110 021 Phone: +91 11 6620 6630, 6620 6640 Fax: +91 11 6620 6650, 2611 2633 Email: ancpeters@yahoo.com Website: www.atulpeters.com For all appointments and enquiries, call Ms Nalini at 9811321440
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