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What is the body mass index (BMI) threshold for being generally considered obese?
What is the body mass index (BMI) threshold for being generally considered obese?
Which chronic disease is NOT listed as a major risk factor associated with overweight and obesity?
Which chronic disease is NOT listed as a major risk factor associated with overweight and obesity?
What potentially serious disorder are people with obesity more likely to have?
What potentially serious disorder are people with obesity more likely to have?
Which part of the body does obesity increase the likelihood of developing problems with?
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?
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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Test your knowledge about the definition of obesity, the body mass index (BMI), and the health complications associated with obesity. Learn about the major risk factors for chronic diseases related to overweight and obesity.
