Obesity is generally caused by an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure. This means consuming more calories than the body burns. According to existing research, eating too much and moving too little are primary contributors to obesity.
Here's a breakdown of the key factors:
- Excess Calorie Consumption: When you consistently consume more calories than your body needs, the excess is stored as fat. This is particularly true for foods high in fats and sugars.
- Lack of Physical Activity: Exercise and physical activity burn calories. If you are not active enough, you won't burn off the calories you consume, leading to weight gain.
In other words, if your energy intake is greater than your energy output, the surplus energy is stored as fat.
