NHLBI Educational Materials Catalog: Fact Sheet on Overweight and Obesity
Fact Sheet on Overweight and Obesity
Written in plain English, this fact sheet focuses on the health risks faced by millions of Americans and people worldwide who are overweight or obese. Being overweight or obese puts you at risk for many diseases and conditions. The more body fat that you carry around and the more you weigh, the more likely you are to develop heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers. Contains links to other online resources.