Obesity Surpasses Smoking as Number One Health Threat

It is no surprise that “lose weight” and “quit smoking” are among the most common New Year’s resolutions. Both smoking and being overweight can significantly increase your risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, asthma and even certain cancer. While smoking has long been vilified as a known killer, obesity has only recently garnished attention as a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in the United States.

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