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10 hard facts about obesity

Being obese means having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above, and if you have a BMI of over 25 but under 30, you’re still considered overweight. A healthy BMI is between 19-25. Obesity in itself puts you at risk of developing a number of related health problems, either in the short or long term, so it’s worth taking steps to shed those excess pounds. You can discover your BMI by using a simple online calculator such as iVillage.co.uk's BMI Calculator. Here are some of the problems you can avoid by maintaining a healthy weight.

By Hilary Pereira

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