Excess weight strains the heart, increasing chances of cardiovascular problems and stroke.
Being overweight can lead to insulin resistance, a key factor in developing type 2 diabetes.
Extra body weight increases blood pressure, which strains the arteries and heart.
Obesity is linked to higher rates of some cancers due to chronic inflammation and hormone imbalances.
Excess fat around the neck can block airways during sleep, causing breathing difficulties.
Carrying extra weight puts pressure on joints, especially knees and hips, causing wear and tear.
Fat accumulation in the liver and gallbladder can lead to inflammation and impaired function.
Social stigma and physical discomfort can contribute to psychological stress and mood disorders.
A cluster of conditions including high blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol, increasing heart disease risk.
Obesity often leads to unhealthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels, raising cardiovascular risk.
Excess weight can increase pressure on the stomach, causing acid reflux and heartburn.
Extra weight limits movement and endurance, affecting daily activities and quality of life.
Obesity can disrupt hormonal balance, affecting fertility and pregnancy outcomes.
Body cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.
Excess weight can impair kidney function through increased blood pressure and diabetes risk.
Extra pressure on leg veins impairs blood flow, causing vein swelling and discomfort.
Obesity promotes chronic low-grade inflammation, contributing to multiple diseases.
Obesity-related factors may impair brain health and increase dementia risk.
Skin folds and sweating increase vulnerability to infections and rashes.
Obesity can slow healing and weaken the immune system, increasing infection risk.
Lack of essential vitamins and minerals weakens immunity and overall health.
Being underweight reduces the body’s ability to fight infections effectively.
Low body weight leads to decreased bone density, increasing fracture risk.
Deficiency in iron and nutrients causes low red blood cells and chronic fatigue.
Underweight women may experience irregular periods or difficulty conceiving.
Children and teens may have impaired growth due to insufficient nutrition.
Lack of calories and protein leads to loss of muscle mass and strength.
Reduced body fat lowers insulation, making it harder to keep warm.
Limited energy reserves cause tiredness and poor physical endurance.
Underweight patients may recover slower and have higher infection risk.
Nutrient shortages often cause hair thinning and dry, unhealthy skin.
Higher chances of anxiety and depression linked to nutrition and body image.
Severe underweight status can raise the risk of death from various causes.