Does Covid-19 risk increase with obesity?
Obesity is a chronic and progressive disease that impacts every organ in the body, and impacts almost every aspect, be it physical, psychological, or social well-being of a person. Most people suffering from obesity do not consider excess weight as a problem. They seek expert help only when they develop some of the other medical problems related to excess weight. COVID-19 can lead to more complications when it comes to patients who are overweight or those who suffer from obesity. Obesity increases the chances of developing common type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease , kidney disease, and clotting of blood and has a detrimental effect on the function of the lungs. Low-calorie diet and exercise are the most popular methods across the world to control obesity. Although healthy diet and exercise can reduce the weight burden in overweight individuals or those with mild obesity, these methods fail to address severe obesity in the long run as the body has gotten...