1. Non-smokers with a body mass index of 22.5-25.0 kg/m2 have a significantly lower risk of death. Those who smoke and have a body mass index of 24.0-27.0 kg/m2 have a higher risk of death.
2. Due to obesity, the average life expectancy of people decreases by 6-7 years. Those with a BMI between 30-35 have a life expectancy of 2-4 years and those with a BMI > 40 have a life expectancy of 10 years.
3. Obesity can lead to coronary heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and triglycerides.
4. Obesity can lead to malnutrition and complications.
5. Obesity can cause osteoarthritis, infertility, insomnia, cancer etc.
6. An increase in fat levels in the body can cause inflammation. It can cause blood clots.
7. Insulin does not respond properly when body fat increases. As a result, insulin loses its ability to regulate blood sugar.