Being overweight or obese increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions, including the following:
* Hypertension
* Dyslipidemia (for example, high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides)
* Type 2 diabetes
* Coronary heart disease
* Stroke
* Gallbladder disease
* Osteoarthritis
* Sleep apnea and respiratory problems
* Some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon)
The information above is from Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention.
Lose weight now! even 10% makes a difference to your health condition.
