1. IntroductionObesity is a label given to individuals who have a body mass index (BMI) over 30. Any male or female individual is considered morbidly obese if the BMI was over 40 (NHS, 2012). Being obese for a period of time can increase the risk of obesity-related diseases, including diabetes, heart disease and some types of cancer (colon, bowel or breast cancer), and even a higher risk of stroke (NHS , 2012). The World Health Organization (WHO) (2013) states that obesity can have a number of long-term problems on the body and its organs that can cause preventable illnesses and diseases. Obesity in particular can affect the respiratory (breathing) system. Weight can put people at increased risk for asthma, sleep apnea, and pneumonia. Additionally, obesity can cause reproductive problems for both men and women, ranging from menstrual disorders, hormonal imbalances and erectile dysfunction, and in some cases extreme fertility problems leading to potential infertility. In the past it has been hypothesized that obesity is a genetic problem, however it has since been established that the human genome with evidence of single gene mutations in laboratory experiments has identified a substantial link between the genetic risks of obesity Furthermore, it has been established that obesity is the result of a complex pathophysiological pathway involving many factors that can control the metabolism of adipose tissue (Knott, 2013). In (2007) the Department of Health published a report stating that it was feared that by 2050 almost 90% of adults would be classified as obese.MHADegree.org, (2014).2. Purpose/Hypothesis. The purpose of the experiment was to support the hypothesis that the participant who had a higher weight (overweight...... middle of paper...... me. It is clear that obesity can have a negative impact on health and more specifically on the respiratory system, this can cause a number of illnesses and diseases throughout life, including asthma or its worsening, as well as acute dyspnea. Other risks include pulmonary embolism as well as an increased risk of pneumonia. Reproduction may also be affected for both males and females. It is suggested that hormonal and menstrual disorders may occur, which in the long term could lead to infertility or at the very least fertility problems. include polycystic ovary syndrome. Male reproductive problems could present in the form of erectile dysfunction and could interfere with male sperm count morbidity and could lead to potential long-term fertility problems...