DEEP LEARNING-BASED PREDICTION OF OBESITY LEVELS ACCORDING TO EATING HABITS AND PHYSICAL CONDITION

Abstract

Obesity occurs as a result of excessive fat storage in the body and brings along physical and mental problems [1]. The physical function has been associated with impaired quality of life in various areas such as distress in society, sexual function, self-esteem, and work-related quality of life [2]. The prevalence of obesity has been steadily increasing over the past few decades and is now unprecedented. This increase has occurred in almost all ages, genders, and races. These data show that the segments of individuals in the highest weight categories i.e. (BMI> 40 kg / m2) increased proportionally more than those in the lower BMI categories (BMI