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The Heart of Cardiac Care

Obesity

What is It?

  • Excessive weight

Why is it a Risk?

How do I control it?

What is the target?

Leads to:

  • Heart disease
  • Increases cholesterol levels in the blood
  • High blood pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Take regular exercise
  • Plan for steady permanent weight loss (1-2 pounds per week)
  • Eat lower fat foods

Waist measurement:

  • Male <102 cm (40")
  • Female <88 cm (35")

Body Mass Index (BMI):

  • <25

 

Source: CHS, CDA

 

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57-61 Newington Causeway
London
SE1 6BD

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