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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Health
  • Metabolic Disorders
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Obesity is defined as abnormal body fat accumulation (≥20% over ideal weight), diagnosed via Body Mass Index (BMI) with a threshold of 30 kg/m².
  • The global prevalence of obesity is increasing in both children and adults, posing significant risks for disability, illness, and death.
  • Obesity is strongly associated with major health issues, including cardiovascular diseases like hypertension and diabetes, which are leading causes of mortality worldwide.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the association between obesity and cardiovascular disease.
  • To specifically investigate the biological mechanisms linking obesity and hypertension.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on obesity, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension.
  • Analysis of biological pathways connecting excess body fat to cardiovascular dysfunction.

Main Results:

  • Obesity significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, most notably hypertension.
  • The review highlights the need for further investigation into the specific biological mechanisms underlying obesity-associated hypertension and other metabolic diseases.

Conclusions:

  • Obesity is a critical public health issue with profound cardiovascular implications.
  • Understanding the biological links between obesity and hypertension is essential for developing effective prevention and treatment strategies.