Over time, these deposits build up, causing a narrowing of the blood vessels, thus impeding the blood flow through the blood vessel. This narrowing of the arteries restricts the delivery of blood to the tissues, including the major organs such as the heart and brain. An artery may become completely obstructed, resulting in a stroke or heart attack. High blood pressure and diabetes commonly accompany obesity and these conditions can also exacerbate the narrowing of the arteries. Coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure are two of the most common and most deadly CVDs that have been associated with excess body weight.
Obesity is a significant health risk factor for CVDs that can be prevented and controlled.
Weight loss and exercise will help reduce the risk of developing these serious health conditions. Excess weight in obese people increases the need for insulin, thus worsening the condition. Although some people who suffer from this condition may produce normal amounts of insulin, they have an insufficiency of insulin because their bodies are resistant to the effects of the hormone. Weight loss, oral medications and special diets are usually sufficient to control this type of diabetes. Diabetes is a common condition and can predispose one to other health problems.