Question

Which of the following statements is NOT true about obesity?


It is usually considered to be 30% or more over the ideal body weight.
It is usually considered to be 30% or more over the ideal body weight.

It puts a strain on the heart, that can increase the chance of heart disease and high blood pressure.
It puts a strain on the heart, that can increase the chance of heart disease and high blood pressure.

It is a physical condition, not psychological.
It is a physical condition, not psychological.

It is a serious chronic disease.

Answer 1

"It is a physical condition, not psychological." — NOT true.

Obesity has both physical and psychological components. Psychological, behavioral, social and biological factors all contribute to its development and maintenance, and it can have significant mental-health consequences (e.g., depression, low self‑esteem). Modern definitions also use BMI (≥30 kg/m²) rather than a fixed percent over “ideal weight.”