Is obese and overweight the same thing?

Answer 1

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."

Answer 2

Being 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.

Answer 3

Fat is accumulated in the body, so too much of it makes you overweight, fat or obese means the same thing as being overweight.