Comorbidities of overweight and obesity: current evidence and research issues

The evidence with regard to the relationship of obesity with medical comorbidities was assessed and priority research issues identified.The existing literature in English was surveyed.The evidence is overwhelming on the association of obesity to a number of medical conditions. These include: insulin resistance, glucose intolerance, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sleep apnea, arthritis, hyperuricemia, gall bladder disease, and...