Obesity and Metabolic Risks Drive Higher Asthma Burden in Adults

New research highlights how obesity and related metabolic conditions, especially hypertension, may significantly increase the risk of asthma, with women disproportionately affected.

A large U.S. study found that obesity and metabolic abnormalities such as hypertension, hyperglycemia, and dyslipidemia independently raise the risk of asthma. The combination of obesity and metabolic risks amplified this effect, particularly among women.

Study Details

The analysis drew on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, wh…