The Obesity Society
The Obesity Society
The Obesity Society (thē ō-bēs′ĭ-tē sō′sī-ĭ-tē), also known as TOS, is a scientific society dedicated to the study of obesity and its treatment. The society was founded in 1982 and has since grown to become one of the leading organizations in the field of obesity research and education.
Etymology
The term "obesity" comes from the Latin obesitas, which means "stout, fat, or plump". The term "society" comes from the Latin societas, which means "association, alliance". Thus, "The Obesity Society" can be understood as an alliance dedicated to the study and treatment of obesity.
Related Terms
- Obesity: A medical condition characterized by an excess of body fat. It is often associated with a variety of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
- Body Mass Index (BMI): A measure used to determine whether a person has a healthy body weight for their height. It is often used as a screening tool for overweight or obesity.
- Metabolic Syndrome: A cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
- Bariatric Surgery: A type of surgery that is used to treat obesity. This can include procedures such as gastric bypass surgery or laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding.
See Also
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- World Obesity Federation
- International Association for the Study of Obesity
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on The Obesity Society
- Wikipedia's article - The Obesity Society
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