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Overview

Weight control has become a serious issue for many people throughout the world. People who are obese or overweight are more likely to develop diabetes, coronary artery disease (heart disease, cardiovascular disease), and gallbladder disease, among other illnesses.

They are more likely to have high blood pressure (hypertension), problems with joints (e.g., arthritis), and breathing issues (e.g., asthma sleep apnea [OSA]) and are more like to suffer a stroke (brain attack). Peop...Read the full article