COVID-19 & Obesity: Having a High BMI is Dangerous?

Having a high BMI is dangerous during COVID-19

We know that with increasing weight people can develop a number of medical and psychological problems. People who have a high body mass index, that is who are obese are more prone to develop certain medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea, heart attack, stroke, polycystic ovary syndrome, cancers and a number of other medical conditions. In addition obesity may also increase depression and other psychological probes like low self esteem, and anxiety.

During the current pandemic of COVID-19 we have learnt that people who were obese were more likely to Develop complications and more people with obesity were likely to be admitted in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Dr Rajeswaran in an article explains why people with unhealthy weight suffered during this corona virus pandemic.

 

Read more: https://oryon.co.uk/blog/coronavirus-and-obesity/

 

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The London Obesity & Endocrine Clinic specialises in Weight Loss and Endocrine disorders at the Specialist Weight Loss Centre in Chennai, India. We offer face to face and virtual consultations with our specialist clinical lead, Dr Rajeswaran, who has 25+ years experience in this field. We support people with Obesity related medical conditions including Type 2 Diabetes, Fatty Liver, Infertility, Erectile Dysfunction, and Endocrine disorders like Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, PCOD, Hirsutism, Adrenal Dysfunction, Menopause, Pituitary problems and Sexual Dysfunction. Our services predominantly cover major cities in India including New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai and Pune. Many of our patients say that we are the best weight loss clinic or slimming centre in Chennai. We also offer aesthetic treatments including but not limited to: lymphatic drainage, deep tissue massage, Hydrafacial for treating skin conditions such as acne, sun damage and to help brighten the skin, CM Slim for muscle building and fat reduction, LED light therapy (including red light therapy) and much more. In addition,  we offer health checkups such as our Metabolic Master Health Checkup, diabetes health checkups, genetic testing and VO₂ Max testing for fitness and cardiorespiratory health. All of our aesthetics treatments and Bespoke Weight Management Plans are non-surgical solutions for weight loss and wellness. We have newly launched a Bespoke Wedding Weight Loss & Aesthetics Plan for brides & grooms to be. Get in touch to transform your life!

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