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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Normal weight obesity | |||
| synonyms = [[Metabolically obese normal weight]] | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = Increased risk of [[cardiovascular disease]], [[insulin resistance]], [[dyslipidemia]] | |||
| complications = [[Type 2 diabetes]], [[hypertension]], [[metabolic syndrome]] | |||
| onset = Adulthood | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Sedentary lifestyle]], poor [[diet]], [[genetic predisposition]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[physical inactivity]], [[unhealthy diet]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Body composition analysis]], [[waist circumference]] measurement | |||
| differential = [[Obesity]], [[metabolic syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = [[Regular physical activity]], [[healthy diet]], [[weight management]] | |||
| treatment = [[Lifestyle modification]], [[dietary changes]], [[exercise]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on lifestyle changes | |||
| frequency = Increasing prevalence in developed countries | |||
}} | |||
'''Normal Weight Obesity''' is a medical condition characterized by having a normal body mass index (BMI), but a high body fat percentage. This condition is also known as "skinny fat" or "metabolically obese normal weight." | '''Normal Weight Obesity''' is a medical condition characterized by having a normal body mass index (BMI), but a high body fat percentage. This condition is also known as "skinny fat" or "metabolically obese normal weight." | ||
== Definition == | == Definition == | ||
[[Normal weight obesity]] (NWO) is defined as having a [[Body Mass Index]] (BMI) within the normal range (18.5-24.9 kg/m2), but a high body fat percentage. The cut-off for high body fat is typically more than 20% for men and 30% for women. | [[Normal weight obesity]] (NWO) is defined as having a [[Body Mass Index]] (BMI) within the normal range (18.5-24.9 kg/m2), but a high body fat percentage. The cut-off for high body fat is typically more than 20% for men and 30% for women. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The causes of normal weight obesity are not fully understood. However, it is believed to be due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. These may include a sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, lack of exercise, and certain medical conditions. | The causes of normal weight obesity are not fully understood. However, it is believed to be due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. These may include a sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, lack of exercise, and certain medical conditions. | ||
== Health Risks == | == Health Risks == | ||
Despite having a normal BMI, individuals with normal weight obesity are at an increased risk of various health problems. These include [[cardiovascular disease]], [[metabolic syndrome]], [[type 2 diabetes]], and [[cancer]]. They may also have a higher risk of mortality compared to individuals with a normal BMI and body fat percentage. | Despite having a normal BMI, individuals with normal weight obesity are at an increased risk of various health problems. These include [[cardiovascular disease]], [[metabolic syndrome]], [[type 2 diabetes]], and [[cancer]]. They may also have a higher risk of mortality compared to individuals with a normal BMI and body fat percentage. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of normal weight obesity is typically made through a combination of BMI measurement and body fat analysis. This can be done through various methods, including [[bioelectrical impedance analysis]], [[dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry]], and [[skin fold thickness measurements]]. | Diagnosis of normal weight obesity is typically made through a combination of BMI measurement and body fat analysis. This can be done through various methods, including [[bioelectrical impedance analysis]], [[dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry]], and [[skin fold thickness measurements]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for normal weight obesity typically involves lifestyle modifications aimed at reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass. This may include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and potentially medication or surgery in severe cases. | Treatment for normal weight obesity typically involves lifestyle modifications aimed at reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass. This may include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and potentially medication or surgery in severe cases. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Body mass index]] | * [[Body mass index]] | ||
* [[Obesity]] | * [[Obesity]] | ||
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* [[Cardiovascular disease]] | * [[Cardiovascular disease]] | ||
* [[Type 2 diabetes]] | * [[Type 2 diabetes]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Obesity]] | [[Category:Obesity]] | ||
[[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | [[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases]] | [[Category:Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:30, 4 April 2025
| Normal weight obesity | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Metabolically obese normal weight |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Increased risk of cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia |
| Complications | Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, metabolic syndrome |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, genetic predisposition |
| Risks | Family history, physical inactivity, unhealthy diet |
| Diagnosis | Body composition analysis, waist circumference measurement |
| Differential diagnosis | Obesity, metabolic syndrome |
| Prevention | Regular physical activity, healthy diet, weight management |
| Treatment | Lifestyle modification, dietary changes, exercise |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on lifestyle changes |
| Frequency | Increasing prevalence in developed countries |
| Deaths | N/A |
Normal Weight Obesity is a medical condition characterized by having a normal body mass index (BMI), but a high body fat percentage. This condition is also known as "skinny fat" or "metabolically obese normal weight."
Definition[edit]
Normal weight obesity (NWO) is defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) within the normal range (18.5-24.9 kg/m2), but a high body fat percentage. The cut-off for high body fat is typically more than 20% for men and 30% for women.
Causes[edit]
The causes of normal weight obesity are not fully understood. However, it is believed to be due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. These may include a sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, lack of exercise, and certain medical conditions.
Health Risks[edit]
Despite having a normal BMI, individuals with normal weight obesity are at an increased risk of various health problems. These include cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. They may also have a higher risk of mortality compared to individuals with a normal BMI and body fat percentage.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of normal weight obesity is typically made through a combination of BMI measurement and body fat analysis. This can be done through various methods, including bioelectrical impedance analysis, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and skin fold thickness measurements.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for normal weight obesity typically involves lifestyle modifications aimed at reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass. This may include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and potentially medication or surgery in severe cases.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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