Too many refined (processed) carbohydrates certainly can. They are a major cause of weight gain and obesity. If you are unsure what refined (processed) carbohydrates are, you may care to see the list, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
compulsive over-eating and anything laced with binge eating large amounts over an extended time period
That is true. Your body is a perfect calorie counter and if you don't expend any extra calories, your body will begin to store them. You can lose weight by expending more calories than you ingest.
Sugar molecules are linked in carbohydrates.
Over 300,000 deaths are attributed to obesity-related causes in the United States each year. This includes health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer that are linked to being overweight.
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Obesity has been strongly linked to diabetes.
Probably because obesity is often linked to poor health.
In 2005, approximately 66.3% of American adults were classified as overweight or obese, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. This figure highlighted a growing concern regarding obesity rates in the United States, which have continued to rise in subsequent years. The prevalence of overweight and obesity was linked to various health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions.
Obesity and diabetes (both are linked together)
Yes
It's bad for your karma. Excessive meat consumption has been linked to cancer, obesity, heart disease, gout, digestive disturbances...most of these diseases are preventable...
Food has not been directly linked to arthritis pain, but if you are eating too much and become overweight, the extra strain on your bones can cause more pain.