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The aim of this work is to report and explain the phenomenon of obesity and ways to tackle it. In this study obesity appears as a frequent phenomenon of modern times which gradually spreads more and more. The work begins with an introduction to the course of obesity from the Stone Age until now. The next chapter analyzes general data such as the definition, the clinical picture, the forms and the individual's psychology. Impression causes and effects of obesity on the human body refer to the second chapter. Then presented some tables ideal weight and BMI (body mass index). .In the fifth chapter is a small development of pathogenesis of childhood obesity and its treatment. Below are the widely known to people of obesity treatments such as diets and start physical activity, drug therapy and surgical procedures. Finally in the seventh chapter suggested some alternative ways of treating obesity which gradually lead to desired results.