Via practica 5/2010
Obesity and cardiovascular system
The article deals with the latest knowledge about cardiovascular and cardiometabolic risks associated with obesity. Special attention is paid to a new definition of obesity based on the amount (percentage) of body fat. The role of pericardial, trunk, perivascular and visceral body fat is mentioned and new term normal weight obesity is explained. Benefits of weigh loss and lifestyle changes are described and illustrated in authentic case reports as well.
Keywords: obesity, cardiovascular risks, trunk fat, normal weight obesity, perivascular fat, cardiometabolic risks, adiponectine, diet, fitness, case-reports
