Impacts of living
with obesity

Health concerns about weight are real. Living with obesity can pose serious health risks and is linked to over 200 complications.1-5

Impacts of living
with obesity

Health concerns about weight are real. Living with obesity can pose serious health risks and is linked to over 200 complications.1-5

JOINT PAIN

Osteoarthritis in large joints, especially the hips and knees happens as a direct result of increased body weight.1

DIABETES

Obesity can contribute to diabetes and adversely affect diabetes control.1–3

HEART DISEASE

Living with obesity puts people at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.1

SLEEP DISORDERS

Sleep disturbances can occur due to upper airway obstruction caused by obesity.1

FERTILITY

Trying to conceive can be more difficult for people living with overweight or obesity.6

DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY

Beyond physical health, obesity can have mental health impacts like depression and anxiety.1

Ready to start the weight conversation?

Wherever you are on your journey, discussing weight management with your doctor might feel daunting. Reflecting on your past efforts and goals can help you feel more confident and prepared.


Use this questionnaire for tips on starting the weight conversation. 

  1. Rubino F, et al. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2025;13(3):221–62.

  2. Greenway FL. Int J Obes (Lond). 2015;39:1188–96.

  3. Roh E, Choi KM. Int J Mol Sci. 2023;24(4):338.

  4. Albano G, et al. Neurosci Biobehav Rev.2019;107:846–61.

  5. Horn DB, et al. Postgrad Med.2022;134(4):359–75.

  6. Barbouni K, et al. Curr Obes Rep. 2025;14(1):37