Obesity
If you have a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater, you are considered obese (unless you are a star athlete or Olympian with tons of muscle and little body fat). BMI, or the body mass index, is an estimate of your body fat by comparing your height to your weight. The measure has long be used to determine your risk of getting chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Researchers now also think that your body fat and weight can also play a role in the formation of Alzheimer’s disease.
Individuals who are older and overweight are often told by medical professionals to lose body fat and maintain a healthy weight if they want to reduce the risk of dementia, heart disease, and other life-threatening medical conditions.
