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In technical language it isn't. In common language, obese persons are overweight but not all overweight persons are obese. Is is a matter of degree. For further information, see the page link, further down this page, listed under "Related Questions."
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoBeing overweight just means being heavier than the medically desired weight for one's age, sex, build and height. In a dictionary, obese is defined as "grossly overweight". Being obese is also a medical condition defined by the American National Institutes of Health as having a BMI of 30 and above - it is at least 20% above the proper weight for one's age, sex, build and height. Care must be taken in using these terms abotu oneself or others. They can lead to people becoming so self-conscious of their weight that they become prey to eating disorders.
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∙ 13y agoFat is accumulated in the body, so too much of it makes you overweight, fat or obese means the same thing as being overweight.
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How obese are Australians?
70% of Aussie males are obese or overweight and 60% of Aussie females are obese or overweight. That makes 43% of Australians obese or overweight.
How fat are people in America?
A lot of people are morbidly obese, others are just obese or overweight.
Why are fat people called obese?
obese is a degree of being fat or overweight
What is the difference between overweight and obesity?
They are weight classifications based on the BMI: (for an adult) >50 = "super obese" obese class 3 40-50 = "morbidly obese" obese class 2 35-40 = "severely obese" obese class 1 30-35 = "obese" 25-30 = "overweight" 18.5-25 = "normal weight" <18.5 = "underweight"
Which is better over weight or obese?
Overweight
Is a 22 stone 14-year-old overweight?
You may be obese or you may be overweight. It depends on your height and body composition. But most likely obese.
Is a 5' 7 135 pound 12-year-old overweight or even obese?
No, your weight is in keeping with your height. You are neither overweight nor obese.
How many overweight people were there in 1950?
33% of people were overweight, 9.7 were obese in 1950.
B.M.I range weight that is overweight?
A BMI that is 25-29.9 is overweight and 30+ is obese
Do you have to be overweight to be considered obesed mentally?
no you can be obese mentally
What is a fat star?
A star which is fat, or overweight, or obese.
What is flaccid bladder?
it means that you are extremely overweight, you are obese.
