Why does obesity increase your risk of cardiovascular disease?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Obesity is linked to several factors that increase ones risk for cardiovascular disease (coronary artery disease and stroke) such as high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, impaired glucose tolerance and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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