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Obesity - What Is The Issue?

Obesity - What Is The Issue?

The number of people struggling with obesity is in the millions. Most in the obese category have at least a 25 BMI. Being overweight and especially being obese can lead to many health issues including heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes.
An obese person is much more susceptible to major medical woes. For example, the weight disrupts normal blood flow, potentially causing heart problems. This is often a reason for issues with high blood pressure. Many people who are overweight are also developing Type II diabetes as well. The reasons for the increased risk of developing diabetes are many. For example, [...]