other health issues
Being overweight or obese can put your health at risk. In addition to the
well-known health issues linked to obesity–high
blood pressure, high cholesterol,
coronary heart disease, stroke,
type 2 diabetes, and even some cancers–there
are other health issues that overweight or obese people are more likely to face.
These include:
- "Pre-diabetes"
- Depression
- Liver Disease
- Gout
- Incontinence
- Increased risk when having surgery
- Premature death
Being overweight or obese can also:
- Reduce your endurance and vigor
- Limit your mobility
- Make it more difficult to stay involved socially
- Increase the number of health challenges you deal with daily
If you are facing health issues because you are overweight or obese, you can
take positive steps to minimize your risks or get the condition under control.
The most important actions to take include:
- Working with your doctor to take stock of your condition
- Getting the help you need to make a weight loss plan
- Managing your weight
- Eating healthier foods
- Becoming more active
- Tracking your progress
...and you can do it! Remember, you're not alone. You can get the help you
need–and you have the example of many others who have faced similar challenges
and learned to manage their weight and live healthier lives.
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