Obesity has become a popular, yet debatable subject in the past century. Over 22% of the U.S. adult population is obese based on body mass index (Koplan and Dietz 440). 80% of these obese adults have one or more chronic diseases that greatly affect their lives (Koplan and Dietz 441). Obesity is a perilous illness that many Americans possess and the disadvantages are excessive. Furthermore, society has to participate in aiding the obese population. Obesity must be prevented in order to decrease health risks and social struggles, and to shape humanistic values.

Obesity can increase severe health issues. Overeating causes the body to create methods to burn extra energy, which can lead to abnormal body functions. Many obese adults accumulate illnesses such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, or even gallbladder disease (Koplan and Dietz 441). Likewise, Gawande supports Koplan and Dietz when he includes "Obesity substantially increases the risk of...