A controversial study that says people who are slightly overweight have a lower risk of death than those of normal weight <i>still</i> shows obesity as a major risk factor. <b>Dr.
In 1985 only a few states were participating in CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) and providing obesity data. In 1991, four states had obesity prevalence rates ...
... Obesity-Associated Diseases by BMI and Waist Circumference, provides you with an idea of whether your BMI combined with your waist circumference increases your risk for developing obesity ...
Health Effects of Obesity Persons with obesity are at risk of developing one or more serious medical conditions, which can cause poor health and premature death.