Being obese puts you at greater risk of contracting type 2 diabetes and other illnesses. “Obesity is associated with more than 30 medical conditions, and scientific evidence has established a strong relationship with at least 15 of those conditions,” says the American Obesity Association (AOA). Its list of these conditions includes:
-Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis)
-Cancers (among them, cancer of the breast, colon, and esophagus)
-Cardiovascular disease
-Carpal tunnel syndrome
-Deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in a lower leg, for example)
-End stage renal disease (total or almost total kidney failure)
-Gallbladder disease
-Hypertension
-Infertility
-Liver disease
-Low back pain
-Obstetric and gynecologic complications
-Pancreatitis
-Sleep apnea
-Stroke
-Urinary stress incontinence
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Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.