Marc Klein, Ph.D, M.F.C.C.

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The Medical Risks Of Obesity 1.Diabetes develops three times more often among obese individuals who maintain a healthy weight. 2.Hypertension develops ten times more often in individuals who are 20% or more overweight. 3.50% to 70% of all obese individuals are hypertensive. 4.The added weight of the adipose tissue puts a burden on the musculosketal system, leading to the development of joint diseases. 5.The prevalence of gout and degenerative arthritis, particularly of the back, knees and feet, increases with increased body weight. 6.Obesity increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, especially in combination with hypertension, elevated lipids (cholesterol) levels, and diabetes. 7.The risk of developing gallstones is twice as high in individuals more than 20% above median weight compared with those 10% below median weight. 8.Individuals who are overweight have increased risk and complications associated with pregnancy and with surgery.