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What problems can obesity cause?

 

Psychologically, being overweight can affect your body image and damage self-esteem. In some cases this can cause social anxiety and depression.

 

Common physical problems include:
  • difficulties breathing

  • difficulties walking or running

  • increased sweating

  • pain in the knees and back

  • skin conditions such as acne

     

The following medical conditions are also more common in obese people than in those of normal weight:
  • high blood pressure

  • high cholesterol

  • diseases related to hardening of arteries such as heart attack and stroke (cardiovascular disease)

  • diabetes

  • some types of cancer.

These conditions are often known as obesity-related diseases and are some of the most common causes of death before the age of 75. This is why obesity increases your risk of mortality.

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