Consequences of Obesity

• If you are obese, severely obese, or morbidly obese, you may have:

Major health risks

• Shorter Life Expectancy
• Compared to people of normal weight, obese people have a 50% to 100% increased risk of dying prematurely
• Obese people have more risk for:
  • Diabetes (type 2)
  • Joint problems (e.g., arthritis)
  • High blood pressure
  • Heart disease
  • Gallbladder problems
  • Certain types of cancer (breast, uterine, colon)
  • Digestive disorders (e.g., gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD)
  • Breathing difficulties (e.g., sleep apnea, asthma)
  • Psychological problems such as depression
  Problems with fertility and pregnancy
  Urinary Incontinence

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Risks to psychological and social well-being

Negative self-image Social isolation
• Discrimination

Difficulties with day-to-day living

• Normal tasks become harder when you are obese, as movement is more difficult
• You tend to tire more quickly and you can find yourself short of breath
• Public transport seats, telephone booths, and cars may be too small for you
• You may find it difficult to maintain personal hygiene