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Obesity and Immune System Dysfunction: How Excess Weight Weakens Your Defenses

by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Jan 27, 2025 | Understanding Obesity

When most people think of obesity, they often consider conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or joint pain. However, obesity also has a profound impact on the immune system, compromising the body’s natural ability to fight off infections and illnesses. Excess...

Obesity and Immune System Dysfunction: How Excess Weight Weakens Your Defenses

by trevor | Jan 20, 2025 | Understanding Obesity

When most people think of obesity, they often consider conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or joint pain. However, obesity also has a profound impact on the immune system, compromising the body’s natural ability to fight off infections and illnesses. Excess...

Obesity and Respiratory Health: The Struggle to Breathe

by trevor | Jan 13, 2025 | Understanding Obesity

Breathing is a basic necessity of life, but for individuals struggling with obesity, it can be a daily challenge. Obesity doesn’t just affect metabolism and heart health—it also severely impacts respiratory function. From restricted airflow to reduced lung capacity,...

Obesity and Hypertension: The Pressure of Excess Weight

by trevor | Jan 6, 2025 | Understanding Obesity

Obesity and hypertension (high blood pressure) are a dangerous pair that affect millions of people worldwide. As excess weight places strain on the body, it also puts an enormous amount of pressure on the cardiovascular system, leading to hypertension, heart disease,...

The Psychological Impact of Obesity: More Than Just Weight

by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 30, 2024 | Understanding Obesity

Obesity is often seen as a purely physical issue, but its effects run much deeper. For millions of individuals, the psychological impact of obesity is just as damaging as the physical health risks. The constant battle with weight, compounded by social stigma,...

Obesity and Joint Pain: The Weight of Pain

by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 23, 2024 | Understanding Obesity

Obesity affects nearly every aspect of the body, but one of the most debilitating and common complications is joint pain. For those living with obesity, the physical burden of excess weight places immense stress on the joints, particularly those in the knees, hips,...
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