The report also revealed that in the last 30 years, obesity rates have doubled in adults, tripled in children and quadrupled in adolescents. The American Heart Association defines obesity as an excess accumulation of body fat. According to the American Heart Association, women with over 30 percent body fat and men with over 25 percent body fat are considered obese. Fortunately, obesity is curable and its related diseases are preventable. Spending over $25,000 on weight loss surgeries is an option, but not only are these types of surgeries expensive, but they also pose potential health risks, including infection, organ perforation, and death, to name a few. Another option, which is probably the safest and will cost less, is sticking to a conventional diet and exercise plan. Whether you want to lose weight because summer is around the corner, or to improve your health and overall wellness, the benefits of losing weight will improve your quality of life.