Final answer:
Yes, obesity does increase the risk of CVA (stroke) due to related health issues such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes, which are risk factors for stroke.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement 'Obesity increases the risk of CVA (Cerebrovascular Accident or stroke)' is true. Obesity can lead to a multitude of health issues, including but not limited to cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. These conditions are linked to an increased risk of stroke. Obesity causes physiological changes in the body such as increased inflammation, alterations in metabolism, and changes in the body's response to insulin which could contribute to insulin resistance. Additionally, being obese can result in hypertension and high blood triglycerides, both of which are risk factors for a stroke. Moreover, obesity can independently affect the risk of cardiovascular disease due to the additional strain it puts on the heart and blood vessels, requiring the heart to work harder to circulate blood through additional miles of blood vessels, contributing to high cholesterol levels.