There are many different causes of obesity, but three main causes of obesity are eating too many high-fat or refined sugary foods, reduced energy expenditure and the genes one is born with. People who tend to eat foods that are high in fat or contain a lot of calories in just a small portion are more likely to gain weight than people who fill their plates with large amount but low-calorie foods such as bread, …showed first 75 words of 500 total…

…showed last 75 words of 500 total…to prevent obesity is to avoid a high intake of fats. Another way is to exercise frequently, so the calories that one eats will get burned. Another way is slow and steady weight loss of no more than 1-2 pounds per week is the safest way to lose weight. Rapid weight loss can cause you to lose muscle rather than fat. It also increases chances of developing other problems, such as gallstones and nutrient deficiencies.