health consequences of overweight and obesity for adults

**Admin** Tue Apr 29, 2008 10:38 am

Overweight and obese individuals are at increased risk for many diseases and health conditions, including the following:

Hypertension

Dyslipidemia (for example, high LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high levels of triglycerides)

Type 2 diabetes

Coronary heart disease

Stroke

Gallbladder disease

Osteoarthritis

Sleep apnea and respiratory problems

Some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon)

health consequences of overweight and obesity for adults