05/03/2026
Common Functional Limitations & Disabilities
Mobility Impairment: Excess weight causes severe joint pain, specifically osteoarthritis (hip/knee), making tasks like walking or climbing stairs difficult.
Musculoskeletal Disorders: Chronic, severe back pain is a leading cause of disability related to obesity.
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Issues: Obesity leads to high blood pressure, heart attacks, stroke, and breathing issues like sleep apnea and obesity hypoventilation syndrome.
Chronic Diseases: It is heavily linked to Type 2 diabetes and its complications.
Mental Health: Obesity is linked to a 50% to 350% increased risk of mental disorders, including anxiety and depression.
Today is World Obesity Day.
Obesity is preventable even for those with higher genetic risk:
✅ Eat a healthy diet
✅ Drink enough water
✅ Do physical activity
✅ Get adequate sleep
✅ Limit screen time