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Excess Weight and Health Problems

Being overweight can lead to a number of health problems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These health problems include:

  • Heart disease

  • Stroke

  • Diabetes

  • Cancer

  • Gallbladder disease

  • Sleep apnea

  • Osteoarthritis

 

Publication Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Online Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/
Online Editor: Sinovic, Dianna
Online Medical Reviewer: Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer: Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Date Last Reviewed: 3/26/2005
Date Last Modified: 3/26/2005