Obesity


	Obesity
	Causes Overeating Lack of exercise Some medications increase weight gain Family -> eating habits, "fat gene" Hormone imbalance (underactive thyroid gland) Emotional problems e.g. stress, depression, boredom Lack of mobility Sedentary lifestyle	Effects Type 2 diabetes Heart disease Respiratory problems Shorter life expectancy Pain in back and knees Infertility in women Increased risk of hip surgery Low self-esteem
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