Causes of Obesity
Obesity is a serious illness that has been a major factor all around the world and especially the United States for years. This is because it is associated with poor mental health outcomes and a reduced quality of life.
According to the CDC ``Obesity is also the leading cause of death in the United States and across the world, this is which includes diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer.”(CDC.gov)
There are genetic, behavioral, metabolic and hormonal influences on body weight; however, obesity usually occurs when you take in more calories than you burn through exercise and when you do your normal daily activities. Most Americans nowadays have diets that are too high in calories. Usually that is often from fast food and high calorie beverages. According to the Mayoclinic.org “People with obesity might eat more calories before feeling full and usually feel hungry sooner, or they would eat more due to stress or anxiety”
Some causes of obesity could be illnesses that may lead to obesity or weight gain. There are also lots of people that have a bad line of influencers such as family for one. Obesity tends to run in families (Obesity - Symptoms and causes). It's not just because of the genes they share, but mostly because family members also tend to share similar eating and activity habits. Even other factors can come into play such as age, social and economic factors, stress, even diseases and some medication.
Some medications can lead to weight gain if you don't balance your diet or physical activity. These medications include some antidepressants, anti-seizure medications, diabetes medications, antipsychotic medications, and various steroids.
References
Obesity - Symptoms and causes. (2020, February 15). Mayo Clinic; https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/obesity/symptoms-causes/syc-20375742
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2018). Adult Obesity Causes & Consequences. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/adult/causes.html