Questions and Answers
What is the body mass index (BMI) threshold for being generally considered obese?
BMI of 30 or more
Which chronic disease is NOT listed as a major risk factor associated with overweight and obesity?
Type 1 diabetes
What potentially serious disorder are people with obesity more likely to have?
Sleep apnea
Which part of the body does obesity increase the likelihood of developing problems with?
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What does obesity increase the risk of developing in relation to insulin?
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Study Notes
Obesity and Health Risks
- The body mass index (BMI) threshold for being generally considered obese is 30 or higher.
- Hypertension is a major risk factor associated with overweight and obesity.
- People with obesity are more likely to have sleep apnea, a potentially serious disorder.
- Obesity increases the likelihood of developing problems with the joints.
- Obesity increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, as it affects insulin resistance.
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