Obesity is not just a cosmetic problem. It’s a health hazard. Someone who is 40% overweight is twice as likely to die prematurely than an average-weight person. This is because obesity has been linked to several serious medical conditions including:
Heart disease and stroke
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Certain forms of Cancer
Gallbladder disease and gallstones
Osteoarthritis
Gout
Breathing problems, such as sleep [...]