Thanks in part to changes in the food industry and less active lifestyles across the country, obesity has become a major public health concern in the United States. Overweight individuals are at greater risk of serious long-term health issues, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes, blindness, and chronic kidney disease. Our easy-to-understand guide was created to help patients understand the complications of obesity and the fundamentals of healthy weight management. To download it in English or Spanish, click below: