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MORBIDITY ASSOCIATED WITH OBESITY

Amjad Meshal Allahyani , Fatimah Abdullah Alrabeh , Hanan Abdullah Alhajji, Fatmah Mohsen Alhejji, Sameer Ayed Almaghamsi , Feras Abdulwahab Alghamdi , Zeyad Saad Aljohani, Faisal Ali Alghamdi , Abdullah Saleh Almuslam, Hussain Abdullah Alkhamis , Saleh Abdulaziz Abubaker

Introduction: Body mass index (BMI) is the most commonly used parameter for fatness measurement. It is calculated based on weight and length of an individual by dividing the weight -in kilogram- on the squared length in meter (Kg/M2). The normal BMI slightly differ among genders. However, a BMI ranging from 25.0 to 29.9 kg/m2 is defined as adult overweight. Number high as 30 kg/m2 or more is considered to be obesity. Aim of work: In this review, we will discuss the comorbidities associated with obesity Methodology: We did a systematic search for the comorbidities associated with obesity in the using PubMed search engine (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/) and Google Scholar search engine (https://scholar.google.com). All relevant studies were retrieved and discussed. We only included full articles. Conclusions: With its burden on the healthcare system and individuals’ lifestyle, Obesity is an important concern. Believing of obesity as a character flaw has shifted to more in-depth understanding of it is nature as a disease. Obesity is a result of complex interaction between multiple co-variables. Genes, Socioeconomic status, and cultural beliefs, and environmental factors are associated with the development of, and difficulty treating, obesity. Key words: Morbidity, obesity, risk factors, complications.

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