Obesity Caused By Medical Conditions

Obesity - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Although there are genetic, behavioral, metabolic and hormonal influences on body weight, obesity occurs when you take in more calories than you burn through normal daily activities and exercise. Your body stores these excess calories as fat. In the United States, most people's diets are too high in calories — often from f… See more

Causes of Obesity | Overweight & Obesity | CDC

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Food, Activity, and Sleep. Eating and physical activity patterns, insufficient sleep and several …

Medical Causes of Obesity - WebMD

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There are also certain inherited conditions and other diseases of the brain that can cause excess weight gain. Certain medications, notably steroids, and also some …

10 Health Conditions & Diseases Linked To Obesity

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Overweight and Obesity - Causes and Risk Factors

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Health conditions. Some conditions, such as metabolic syndrome and polycystic ovary syndrome, cause people to gain weight. These medical conditions …

Health Effects of Overweight and Obesity

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Health Effects of Overweight and Obesity All-causes of death (mortality). High blood pressure (hypertension). High LDL cholesterol, low HDL …

Health Risks of Overweight & Obesity | NIDDK

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/weight-management/adult-overweight-obesity/health-risks

What are some health risks of overweight and obesity? High blood pressure. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition in which blood flows through …

What causes obesity & overweight? | NICHD - Eunice …

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Health Conditions and Medications Some hormone problems may cause overweight and obesity, such as underactive thyroid, Cushing syndrome and polycystic …

Which Diseases Are Related to Obesity? - Obesity …

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Obesity is associated with an increased risk of many common medical conditions and resultant poor health. Diseases related to obesity include diabetes, …

Obesity - National Institute of Environmental …

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People affected by obesity have a higher chance of developing serious health problems, including asthma, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, …