Is 82 pounds at the age of ten considered obese

The weight of a 10-year-old child is 82 pounds, and it cannot be determined whether they are obese. It needs to be calculated based on the child's height. A 10-year-old child can determine obesity based on their body mass index. The body mass index is calculated by dividing the weight (kg) by the square of the height (m). If it exceeds 24, it can be classified as obesity. 82 pounds is 41kg. According to this standard and formula, if a child's height is below 1.3 meters, the calculated body mass index will exceed 24, which is usually considered obesity. If it exceeds 1.3 meters, the result will be less than 24, which is generally not considered obesity.

Children's obesity will affect their health, not only their development, but also their hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes and other diseases. In addition, there may be psychological trauma caused by excessive inferiority complex, which can affect mental health. It is necessary to seek timely medical attention at a formal pediatric institution, and under the guidance of a doctor, take measures such as adjusting diet, strengthening exercise, and using medication.