effects of obesity
People who are obese, compared to those with a normal or healthy weight, are at increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions, including the following:1,2,3. 1  All-causes of death (mortality) 2  High blood pressure (Hypertension) 3  High LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high levels of triglycerides (Dyslipidemia)  Type 2 diabetes.