The Difference Between Being Overweight And Obese

So what is the difference between being overweight and being obese? 

It is the BMI (Body Mass Index) that differentiates between the two; it is the weight above what is generally considered to be a healthy ideal weight for a specific height.

For example:

• For adults whose BMI is between the range of 25 and 30 are considered to be overweight

• For adults whose BMI is greater than 30 are considered to be obese

I remember all those years ago when I was obese at 5′4, a weight of 185 pounds, body mass index (BMI) of 31.8. It wasn't pretty!

You can determine your BMI by dividing your weight by your height in inches.
Sobering isn’t it? The fact that carrying even a little excess weight can have detrimental effects on 

your health and you don’t have to be morbidly obese (my brother died due to complications of morbid obesity) for that to happen.

Most medical professionals consider someone who is 5% to 15% above their ideal weight to be overweight; whereas people who are 20% to 30% above their ideal weight are considered to be obese; anything above 30% and you fall into the range of being morbidly obese.

Remember that you are in control,  and only you can make the necessary changes to a healthy lifestyle!