THE HEALTHCARE TIMES

  Calories are in the food we eat. Counting calories is very important, especially for people who want to lose weight or have problems like diabetes or arthritis. In most of these health issues, doctors advise weight loss because reducing weight helps relieve many symptoms — whether it’s back pain, joint pain, or other physical problems. Now, weight loss starts with understanding how many calories you consume daily, because many people don’t realize that calorie deficit plays a bigger role in weight loss than exercise does. Exercise helps, but it’s a minor portion. Without knowing how many calories your food has, it’s impossible to stay in a calorie deficit. Let’s first talk about normal daily calorie needs. On average, the body needs around 1800 calories per day. For people who do more physical work, this may go up to 2000–2300 calories. For those who do heavy exercise, it can even reach 2800–3000 calories. On the other hand, people who are completely inactive may need only around...

  Obesity is a medical condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat, typically defined by a **Body Mass Index (BMI)** of 30 or higher. It has become a significant global health concern, with prevalence rates increasing sharply in recent decades. According to the **World Health Organization (WHO)**, worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. In 2016, more than **1.9 billion adults** were classified as overweight, and of these, over **650 million** were obese.   This condition is linked to several serious health risks, including:   - **Heart disease** - **Type 2 diabetes** - **Certain types of cancer**   Addressing obesity often involves lifestyle changes, such as adopting a **balanced diet** and engaging in **regular physical activity**.       ### Key Points - Research suggests obesity is a chronic condition with rising global prevalence, linked to serious health issues like heart disease and diabetes....