response: Obesity actually increases the likelihood of several diseases, like cardiovascular diseases and some cancers.
original_response: Also obesity can obstruct your sleep.
history: Not too long ago, I was severely overweight. Considered obese for my height. It's been a struggle but I have lost some of it. How high was your BMI? I know that it's generally above some point to be considered obese. Yes. It was a 35. I have it down to a 32 now. That is good. Obesity increases the likehood you will get diseases. Yes it does! I had gestational diabetes when I was pregnant with both of my kids, so it is very important that I control my weight. I have a somewhat healthier diet now, and I do yoga five times a week. Great! Children of obese parents are also at higher risk of becoming overweight. Oh really? I honestly did not know that. They are both pretty lean and healthy right now, but I will definitely need to work to instill healthy eating habits. Do you know of anyone with type 2 diabetes, the metabolic disorder that involves insulin resistance? I know of a few older people with it. Of course, they are mostly overweight.
knowledge: Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases and conditions, particularly cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, osteoarthritis and depression.