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Obesity and diabetes are two highly related conditions, meaning one can cause or be a result of the other. In addition, obesity and diabetes can both together and individually be precursors to other, more serious conditions like liver disease, cardiovascular issues, digestive problems, certain cancers, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Bradley Freilich<\/span><\/a>, the founder of <\/span>Kansas City Research Institute<\/span><\/a> (KCRI), is a widely published, board certified gastroenterologist and hepatologist. He is passionate about offering resources and positive guidance for liver disease patients through the power of research.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With the help of his dedicated team, Dr. Freilich works to bring safe, reliable, and groundbreaking treatment opportunities to fatty liver patients from all over the Kansas City metro. Often this starts with treating precursory conditions like obesity and diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Continue reading to learn more about how obesity and diabetes function, and liver treatment options available to you in Kansas City.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is obesity?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Obesidad<\/span><\/a> refers to an excess of body fat but is usually much more complex. Medical obesity is often quite convoluted in its causes, contributors, and related complications. <\/span>Being obese is a major comorbidity<\/span><\/a> to many other health issues you may have, so it is important to recognize its impact on your overall health and know when to seek help.<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs and symptoms<\/span><\/h3>\n

For many people, the earliest signs of obesity are cosmetic. Changes in your weight or body shape can often be determined without medical assistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Body Mass Index<\/span><\/a> (BMI) is the most common tool for diagnosing obesity. Your BMI is a value derived from your height and mass used to place you in one of four categories: underweight, normal, overweight, or obese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Causes of obesity<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most basic cause of obesity is calorie surplus, meaning you consume more calories than you burn in average daily activity. Your body stores these extra calories as fat, which builds over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to note that the causes of obesity can be complex and include genetic, environmental, behavioral, metabolic, and hormonal factors.<\/span><\/p>\n

Specific risk factors may include, but are not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n