Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Mohit Bisht

Differences Between Obesity And Being Overweight

Obesity and being overweight are common conditions that are associated with excessive body fat. Here are some differences between the two.

Degree of excess body fat

Obesity involves a more significant accumulation of body fat compared to being overweight.

Health risks

Both obesity and being overweight pose health risks, the severity and likelihood of complications tend to be higher in obesity.

BMI range

Being overweight may also affect mobility to some extent, but the impact is generally less severe compared to obesity.

Treatment approaches

Managing obesity often involves more intensive interventions, such as medical supervision, dietary changes, exercise programs, and in some cases, medication or surgical options. Being overweight may be addressed through lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise.