Obesity increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions. Here’s a list of obesity-related diseases:
Addressing obesity through a combination of lifestyle changes, medical interventions, and professional guidance can significantly reduce the risk of these diseases.
Introduction Depression is frequently linked to both weight gain and reduction. Excessive weight loss might decrease your energy and cause health problems. Depression can have physical signs, but its main effects are on your mood and emotional state of mind. Aches and pains, decreased energy, trouble sleeping, strange stomach and digestive problems, or changes in…
Weight loss can play a significant role in reversing type 2 diabetes, particularly in its early stages. Shedding excess weight, especially visceral fat around the abdomen, improves insulin sensitivity and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Lifestyle changes such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and sustained weight management can even lead to diabetes remission in…
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced joint mobility. It most often affects weight-bearing joints such as the knees, hips, and spine but can occur in any joint. Risk factors include aging, joint injury, obesity, and genetic predisposition….
Chest fat (pseudogynecomastia) and gynecomastia are common conditions in males that cause an enlarged chest appearance but have different underlying causes. Chest Fat: This is the accumulation of excess fat in the chest area, often due to overall weight gain or obesity. It is not linked to hormonal imbalances and can typically be reduced with…
Metabolic Syndrome is a group of conditions—including high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol levels, and abdominal obesity—that together increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. It is closely linked to insulin resistance and is influenced by lifestyle factors such as poor diet, physical inactivity, and obesity. Early detection and management through…
High blood sugar is the cause of the disease known as diabetes. Your body can no longer properly control blood sugar levels if you have diabetes. Contrary to popular belief, type 1 or type 2 diabetes is not only seen in overweight individuals. A person’s risk of developing diabetes may be increased by being overweight,…
Introduction Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder that affects individuals with ovaries, primarily during their reproductive years. It is one of the most common endocrine disorders, impacting an estimated 5–10% of women worldwide. The condition derives its name from the presence of multiple fluid-filled sacs, or cysts, on the ovaries, though not…
Overview A common yet dangerous sleep disorder, sleep apnea is characterized by frequent breathing pauses while you’re asleep. Millions of people are impacted globally, and it raises the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other illnesses in addition to causing poor sleep and daily weariness. Being overweight is one of the biggest causes of sleep…
Introduction Chest fat, sometimes referred to as “chest obesity” is the phrase used to characterize an excess of body fat that has been collected. It can affect both men and women, but because more male-specific hormones, including testosterone, control the distribution of fat, men are more likely to be impacted. Excess body fat is typically…
Belly fat and sleep apnea have a complicated and poorly understood connection. Obesity is a significant risk factor for sleep apnea, especially abdominal obesity (extra fat around the abdomen), but there is also evidence that sleep apnea may be a contributing cause of the accumulation of belly fat. How Belly Obesity Be Caused By Sleep…
