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Is it likely that a 330lb 30 yr old woman can have a heart attack?
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Yes: Being that heavy increases the risk, especially if associated with high blood pressure, cholesterol and type ii diabetes. There are many other benefits to achieving a healthy weight and lifestyle. Good luck!
Answered 6/13/2013
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Yes: Many factors may prevail smoking, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroid, etc! but such weight is a significant risk of several things.
Answered 6/14/2013
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