Obesity and COVID-19: Why Being Overweight Puts You at Higher Risk
Introduction As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists have uncovered a troubling trend: individuals who are overweight or obese are at higher risk for severe illness and complications from the virus. This connection between obesity and COVID-19 has raised concerns and spurred new research on the best ways to manage this risk. Obesity is a complex condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat that can lead to a range of health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. However, the link between obesity and COVID-19 is a relatively new discovery, and researchers are still working to understand the mechanisms behind this connection. Despite these uncertainties, there is strong evidence to suggest that being overweight or obese can increase your vulnerability to COVID-19. For example, a recent study published in The Lancet Diabetes &