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Overview Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or heartburn, causes stomach acid or intestinal secretions to damage your esophagus. Common GERD symptoms...
August 2023
Overview People with obesity have reduced breath capacity. They are not able to breathe in as much air in and...
August 2023
Overview of Heart Disease Heart disease kills about 600,000 people every year in the United States. The American Heart Association...
August 2023
Obesity is a major cause for high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.
August 2023
Overview Obesity is a major cause of Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes occurs when blood sugar is too high for your body...
August 2023
Overview Obesity puts a strain on your whole circulatory system, which carries blood through your body through your vessels (arteries...
August 2023
Overview Cancer affects more than half a million lives per year in the United States alone. Obesity is believed to...
August 2023
Overview Obesity contributes to bone and joint issues. These issues can increase the risk for accidents and personal injury. Bone...
August 2023
Overview Obesity is no longer considered a cosmetic issue that is caused by overeating and a lack of self-control. The...
August 2023
