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Deutsch: Sauerstoff / Español: Oxígeno / Português: Oxigênio / Français: Oxygène / Italiano: Ossigeno

Oxygen in the fitness context refers to the essential element that plays a crucial role in the body's energy production processes, particularly during physical activity. It is vital for converting nutrients into usable energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) through the process of cellular respiration.

Orlistat refers to a commonly prescribed Fat absorption medication, it is sold under the brand name Xenical.

Obesity is an excess proportion of total obesity is the body mass index (BMI).
Overweight refers to the the condition of weighing more than is normal or healthy for one's age or build.