Obesity and Health
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Obesity is correlated with an increased risk of death and is a risk factor for a number of chronic conditions.
OBESITY AND HEALTH
Obesity is correlated
with an increased risk of death (Figure 26.9) and is a risk factor for a number
of chronic conditions, including T2D, dyslipidemias, hypertension, heart
disease, some cancers, gallstones, arthritis, gout, pelvic floor disorders (for
example, urinary incontinence), nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, and sleep
apnea. The relationship between obesity and associated morbidities is stronger
among individuals younger than age 55 years. After age 74 years, there is no
longer an association between increased BMI and mortality. Weight loss in obese
individuals leads to decreased blood pressure, serum TAGs, and blood glucose
levels. High-density lipoproteins increase.
Figure 26.9 Body mass index
and the relative risk of death.
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