When a person becomes obese the body, and inner organs become encased in an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity is linked to many health problems, and one of these can be shortness of breath as the extra weight makes it harder for your lungs to produce enough oxygen to support your body. There are many causes of obesity, but simply changing your diet and exercising more can help relieve some of the strain on your body thus making it easier to breathe.

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