Food is our main source of energy. The body burns it for energy. Food that our body doesn't immediately use as an energy source is quickly stored as fat, and we convert this fat back into fuel for our brain and muscles when food becomes scarce. This was a great thing for our ancestors who didn't know when their next meal would be. But for us, with our fast-food restaurants, this survival mechanism is causing problems for our health. Obesity is the most common metabolic disorder among humans worldwide. It has a negative effect on the psychological and physical health of those affected. What is obesity? Obesity is a term used to describe someone who is very overweight with a high level of body fat. Being obese increases your risk of developing a number of serious and potentially life-threatening diseases, such as: Diabetes and stroke. Obesity is also a growing problem among children, with around one in seven children classified as obese. Symptoms Being a little overweight may not cause many noticeable problems. However, once a person carries a little extra mass, they may develop symptoms that affect their daily life. The health problems associated with obesity are numerous. Obesity is not just an aesthetic problem. It is a health hazard. A person who is 40% overweight is twice as likely to die prematurely as a person of normal weight. Obesity has been linked to several serious medical conditions, including: heart disease, stroke, hypertension, diabetes and cancer. Obesity can also cause everyday health problems such as: shortness of breath, increased sweating, snoring, difficulty sleeping, etc. .. In addition to everyday health problems, many people may also experience psychological problems such as: low self-esteem...... middle of paper ......providing healthy food for their children and limiting the amount of processed foods used to prevent their children from falling into the obese category. After parents, the community should also do something to help by launching campaigns, blogs and advising people on how to overcome obesity. Conclusion Preventing obesity at an early age is very beneficial to people's health and self-esteem. Parents can prevent their children from becoming obese later in life more than they realize. They must be role models for their children and set an example of a good lifestyle. Regulating how much your child eats is important, especially what he eats. Sugar should be reduced. Limiting time in front of the TV and computer may increase physical activity. Treating obesity isn't just about losing weight quickly, it's about establishing a lifelong pattern of good choices.