Many Americans struggle with obesity, which means they have more body fat than is considered healthy. According to the World Health Organization, a person is obese if his Body Mass Index (BMI) is above 30. When a person is obese, he faces health risks, such as the increased chance of developing high blood pressure and being diagnosed with high cholesterol. He may also be at increased risk of developing diabetes and heart disease.
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