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Joining a support group may help an obese person to lose weight. Losing weight can prevent a wide array of health problems that result from obesity and that generally lower the life expectancy of an obese person. [Photograph by Carolyn A. McKeone. Photo Researchers, Inc. Reproduced by permission.]

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Obesity What Causes Obesity? Treatment of Obesity Diets Physical Activity Combined Diet and Exercise Bibliography

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