Annotated Bibliographies Allison Baker Prof. Levi Ransom GarettCalifornia Baptist University January 24, 2020(2019) Adult Obesity Causes & Consequences. Center of Disease and ControlConsequences of Obesity Health Consequences People who have obesity, compared to those with a normal or healthy weight, are at increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions, including the following: All-causes of death (mortality) High blood pressure (Hypertension) High LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high levels of triglycerides (Dyslipidemia) Type 2 diabetes Coronary heart disease Stroke Gallbladder disease Osteoarthritis (a breakdown of cartilage and bone within a joint) Sleep apnea and breathing problems Some cancers (endometrial, breast, colon, kidney, gallbladder, and liver) Low quality of life Mental illness such as clinical depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders,body pain and difficulty with physical functioning. (2019) Obesity. Psychology today Being overweight is significantly associated with an increased risk of death from hypertension, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, stroke, osteoarthritis, coronary heart