WHAT ARE THE HEALTH DANGER ASSOCIATED WITH OBESITY?


Following are some of the health danger associated with obesity:

Heart Disease
The risk of heart disease (heart attack, congestive heart failure, sudden cardiac death, angina or chest pain, and abnormal heart rhythm) is increased in persons who are overweight.

Diabetes
A weight increase of 11-18 pounds raises a person's risk of developing type 2 diabetes to twice that of individuals who have not gained weight.

Breathing Problems
Interrupted breathing while sleeping is more common in obese persons.

Arthritis
There are more possibility of arthritis in people who are obese.