Rising Prevalence of Obesity

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the prevalence of obesity has risen significantly in the United States during the past 20 years. It is reported that over 60 million adults age 20 and older, which is about one-third of US adults, are considered obese.

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Gastroesophageal reflux: A condition that occurs when gastric juice from the stomach backs up into the esophagus causing heartburn and other symptoms. Also called acid reflux or gastric reflux. Frequent occurrence known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Gastrointestinal surgery: Surgery on the stomach and/or intestines to treat obesity. Also known as bariatric surgery.
Glucose: (GLU-kos) A building block for most carbohydrates. Digestion causes some carbohydrates to break down into glucose. After digestion, glucose is carried in the blood and goes to body cells where it is used for energy or stored.

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