The Multifactorial Causes of Obesity: Genetics, Environment, and Lifestyle Factors
The Multifactorial Nature of Obesity: Beyond Simple Calories Obesity is a complex, chronic disease defined by excessive body fat accumulation that impairs health. It is not merely a result of poor lifestyle choices but rather a sophisticated interplay of genetic, metabolic, environmental, behavioral, and socioeconomic factors. Understanding the root causes of obesity is the first…