Obesidad: un problema global que amenaza la salud

Obesity, a major public health threat, is defined by excess body fat and measured using BMI. It poses risks to vital organs and increases the likelihood of diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Obesity has become a global epidemic due to high-calorie diets and reduced physical activity. Historically, fat storage was crucial for survival, but modern lifestyles have turned it into a health hazard.

What is the primary method used to define obesity in adults?

• Waist circumference

• Calorie intake

• Exercise frequency

• Body mass index (BMI)

Which organ is NOT mentioned as being surrounded by fat in the video?

• Lungs

• Heart

• Liver

• Kidneys

What is one of the diseases linked to excess body fat?

• Asthma

• Migraine

• Diabetes

• Arthritis

What are the two main factors contributing to the global obesity epidemic?

• Pollution and climate change

• Lack of sleep and dehydration

• High-calorie foods and low physical activity

• Genetic predisposition and stress

How was fat beneficial to humans in the past?

• It improved cognitive function

• It served as a reserve during food scarcity

• It increased social status

• It enhanced physical strength