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Risk factors for cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and type 2 diabetes in populations with overweight and obesity: an umbrella review and cohort analysis.

Article A Peer reviewed Meta-analysis or large trial

Key takeaways

This large review found that being overweight raises the risk of kidney disease, heart disease, and diabetes. It combined many studies to find the main risk factors. Keeping a healthy weight can protect all three organs. This is a strong review of existing evidence.

Who did this work

Liu Y · Wang J · Yu Y · Chen X · Chen X · Chen Y · Chen G · Liu S

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD progression and prevention · 2026 Oct 12
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42862335/