Obesity is a major cause of disability and is correlated with various diseases and conditions, particularly cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, and osteoarthritis.
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10 Facts About Obesity
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Obesity is a leading preventable cause of death worldwide, with increasing rates in adults and children.
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Obesity is typically defined as a substantial accumulation of body fat that could impact health.
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Obesity is one of the leading preventable causes of death worldwide.
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Obesity is a major feature in several syndromes, such as Prader–Willi syndrome, Bardet–Biedl syndrome, Cohen syndrome, and MOMO syndrome.
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Obesity is a public health and policy problem because of its prevalence, costs, and health effects.
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Obesity recommended physical work to help cure it and its side effects.
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Obesity has thus historically been viewed as a sign of wealth and prosperity.
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Obesity is still seen as a sign of wealth and well-being in many parts of Africa.
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