Obesity is a complex multi-factorial disease. It is known to be an independent risk factor for serious health conditions, including hypertension, type 2diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Obesity rates have increased in all ages and both sexes irrespective of

geographical locality, ethnicity or socio-economic status. People are becoming obese younger, morbid obesity is increasing and the

full health implications are only beginning to be seen. This is expected to rise further in next 20-30years. To study the overview

of obesity and its relation to cardiovascular risks. In this review paper secondary information produced by different authors,

researchers from website like PubMed, lancet, Google scholar has been used. Obesity is a chronic metabolic disorder associated

with CVD and increased morbidity and mortality. Globally, more than 1.9 billion adults are overweight and 650 million are obese.

In India, more than 135 million individuals were affected by obesity. Obesity results into various health problems which are

having direct link too cardiovascular disease (CVDs). Obesity emerged as a major public health threat for all strata of the society

worldwide.

Highlights

• Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems such as heart diseases, diabetes, high blood pressure, strokes, pre-mature deaths and mental illness such as depression and anxiety.
• Several factors play a role in gaining and retaining excess weight. These includes diet, lack of exercise, environmental factors and genetics.
• Recently the WHO had estimated the worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. In India, 135 million people are obese, as per the Indian Journal of Community Medicine.
• According to fifth round of NFHS 6.5% of women and 4.05 of men aged 15-49 are obese.