According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, here are “10 Health Effects of Being Overweight."  Can you think of some more than just these?

1.      Hypertension (high blood pressure)

2.      Osteoarthritis (a degeneration of cartilage and its underlying bone within a joint)

3.      Dyslipidemia (for example, high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides)

4.      Type 2 diabetes

5.      Coronary heart disease

6.      Stroke

7.      Gallbladder disease

8.      Sleep apnea and respiratory problems

9.      Some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon)

10.  Some gynecological problems (abnormal menses, infertility)