Controlling your weight and preventing obesity is the first step in reducing the risk of non- transmittable chronic diseases such as diabetes type ll, high blood pressure, cardiovascular illnesses and some types of cancer, including of the uterus(in women) and of the prostate(in men). Excess weight can also have damaging effects on the skeleton. It can affect the joints, especially the knees, ankles, legs and back These discomforts are generally painful and are accompanied by swelling and the bad posture that make physical activity more difficult. This causes a chain reaction of reduced mobility and therefore increased body weight. In addition, there are a number of other health heal problems brought on by being overweight and bloc carrying the risk of becoming obese: varicose veins, sleep apnea, fatty liver disease and dermatological problems caused by the fungus ext that grows in the folds of the flesh, where there is humidity. Overweight is also linked with risk uterine and postmenopausal breast cancer abo in women and prostate cancer in men. Gaining weight during adult life increases the risk of these cancers. Weighing too much may put you at risk of developing many health problems. If you have a problem, you should visit your physician to see how you can lower your weight primarily to protect your health.