by: Jacob Samual

Health is a big asset which requires proper care and nurturing. A
fit and trim body gives inner and outer confidence whereas an obese
physique makes you dull and pessimistic. Obesity breeds other
diseases and makes our existence uncomfortable and unpleasant. It
also results in emotional suffering which is one of the most painful
parts of obesity.

Obesity is not just a cosmetic problem. It's a health hazard.
Someone who is grossly overweight is twice as likely to die
prematurely as compared to an average-weight person. This is because
obesity has been linked to several serious medical conditions such
as diabetes and strokes


A weight increase of 11-18 pounds doubles the risk of developing
type 2 diabetes in comparison to individuals who have not gained
weight. According to studies, over 80 percent of people with
diabetes are overweight or obese. This may account for the newly
invented word, diabesity, which signifies the close association
between obesity and diabetes.


Type 2 diabetes, one of most prominent ailment found in obese people
reduces body's ability to control blood sugar. It is a major cause
of early death, heart disease, stroke, and blindness. Overweight
people are twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared to
normal weight people. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of
diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce
enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Insulin is necessary
for the body to be able to use sugar. Sugar is the basic fuel for
the cells in the body, and insulin takes the sugar from the blood
into the cells.


The chances of its occurrence can be reduced by losing weight and
exercising more. If you have type 2 diabetes, losing weight and
becoming more physically active can help control your blood sugar
levels. Increasing your physical activity may also allow you to
reduce the amount of diabetes medication intake. Losing a small
amount of weight can also reduce your chances of developing heart
disease or a stroke and make your body ailment free.


Studies show that you can improve your health by losing as little as
10 to 20 pounds. Weight reduction can decrease your chance of
developing several fatal ailments like heart disease, blood
pressure, and levels of blood cholesterol and triglycerides. So take
your first step towards weight loss and make your life a healthy and
energetic one.

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