... visceral fat and indirectly measures central adiposity. An increase risk to health is present when waist circumference exceeds 94cm (37 inches) for men and 80cm (32 inches) for women (1). This definition of obesity and overweight revealed the fact that there is excess of energy stored in the body, but this positive energy becomes a concern if it poises health risk to life and well-being! 'Obese patients are easily identified, but patients who are mildly or moderately overweight may be overlooked' (4). Thus, according to one worker who related 'obesity as a monumental dilemma affecting the health and well-being of the world's population' (5). I agree with this assertion! This is due to the fact recently studies in the United States shows that 'the incidence of overweight and obesity in the United States and World wide has reached epidemic proportions' (6). The reasons for this escalation are multi-factorial. Physical inactivity and poor diet ...

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