Obesity Dangers

Obesity Causes Inflammation

Posted on December 23, 2008. Filed under: Obesity Dangers, inflammation | Tags: , , , |

Over the years, I have read many articles that discuss the concept of excess body fat causing an inflammation response in the body that can be deadly. Studies have shown that excess weight in the mid-section seems to be the most dangerous.
Inflammation can be responsible for the following conditions: thrombosis, heart disease, strokes, diabetes, arthritis, and [...]

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Obesity During Pregnancy Can Cause Birth Defects

Posted on May 21, 2008. Filed under: Obesity Dangers | Tags: , |

 
Smoking during pregnancy and maternal obesity before pregnancy are risk factors for some major birth defects and for premature birth. This statement comes from the article found at http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24752812/

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