obesity chronic illness :: Article Creator Dietary Changes May Treat Obesity By Giving Mitochondria A Boost Obesity is a growing problem worldwide, with the United States having one of the highest levels of obesity in the world. Low-grade chronic inflammation, often caused by dysfunction of white blood cells called monocytes, increases the risk of many health conditions in people with obesity. A small-scale study has found that some dietary interventions can enhance the function of mitochondria in monocytes, reduce inflammation and modify gut bacteria. Further research is needed to assess whether these findings may help in the treatment of obesity. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), worldwide obesity rates have more than doubled over the past 30 years. Globally, 16% of adults are now living with obesity. Formerly an issue in only high-income countries, such as the United States, where more than 40% of adults have obesity...
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