Crisis and Management

Researchers say that up to 30 percent of men and 40 percent of women on a global level are overweight. Are you one among them?

One’s BMI or Body Mass Index can be a measure of one’s obesity. BMI refers to the ratio of height and weight of an individual. While a BMI of 19 -25 is considered normal, a BMI of 30 is considered obese, and hence more prone to health related issues such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes and reproductive disorders, not to mention being the subject of ridicule in social circles.
 

While a healthy diet and regular workout play a prime role in arresting obesity, several dietary supplement drugs are available in the market, with hoodia formulations fast gaining popularity and the trust of users worldwide. Scientists claim that hoodia contains a natural potential to suppress appetite and promote weight loss.

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