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Obesity

• Obesity is a body-mass index BMI (your weight divided by your height) which is greater than 30.

• Obesity is an epidemic and in the United States and 31% of men and 34% of women are obese.

• Obesity is associated with higher risks of:
· heart disease
· diabetes
· arthritis
· some forms of cancer

• Obesity is associated with a shorter life expectancy.

• Obesity can be a symptom of:
hypothyroidism (impaired thyroid function).
Cushings disease (excessive cortisol production)

• Obesity can be a symptom of excessive insulin production and insulin resistance and diabetes.

Important Notice

This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.

Updated March 1st 2009

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