Obesity: more than a weight problem, a threat to the heart

Medical specialists are shifting the clinical approach to obesity, moving away from a traditional focus on body weight and scale measurements. Current scientific evidence now defines obesity as a complex disease rather than a simple weight management issue.

This reclassification highlights the condition's significant impact on cardiovascular health. By prioritizing the physiological risks over aesthetic or weight-based metrics, experts aim to address obesity as a serious threat to heart health.