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Since the mid-seventies, the prevalence of overweight and obesity has increased sharply for both adults and children. Data from two NHANES surveys show that among adults aged 20–74 years the prevalence of obesity increased from 15.0% (in the 1976–1980 survey) to 32.9% (in the 2003–2004 survey).

The two surveys also show increases in overweight among children and teens. For children aged 2–5 years, the prevalence of overweight increased from 5.0% to 13.9%; for those aged 6–11 years, prevalence increased from 6.5% to 18.8%; and for those aged 12–19 years, prevalence increased from 5.0% to 17.4%.

These increasing rates raise concern because of their implications for Americans’ health. Being overweight or obese increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions, including the following:

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Osteoarthritis (a degeneration of cartilage and its underlying bone within a joint)
Dyslipidemia (for example, high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides)
Type 2 diabetes
Coronary heart disease
Stroke
Gallbladder disease
Sleep apnea and respiratory problems
Some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon)

Although one of the national health objectives for the year 2010 is to reduce the prevalence of obesity among adults to less than 15%, current data indicate that the situation is worsening rather than improving.

Source: CDC-Department of Health and Human Services



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During the past 20 years there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States. This slide set illustrates this trend by mapping the increased prevalence of obesity across each of the states. In 2006, only four states had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. Twenty-two states had a prevalence equal or greater than 25%; two of these states (Mississippi and West Virginia) had a prevalence of obesity equal to or greater than 30% Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System - CDC


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Since the mid-seventies, the prevalence of overweight and obesity has increased sharply for both adults and children. Data from two NHANES surveys show that among adults aged 20–74 years the prevalence of obesity increased from 15.0% (in the 1976–1980 survey) to 32.9% (in the 2003–2004 survey). The two surveys also show increases in overweight among children and teens. For children aged 2–5 years, the prevalence of overweight increased from 5.0% to 13.9%; for those aged 6–11 years, prevalence increased from 6.5% to 18.8%; and for those aged 12–19 years, prevalence increased from 5.0% to 17.4%. These increasing rates raise concern because of their implications for Americans’ health. Being overweight or obese increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions, including the following: Hypertension (high blood pressure) Osteoarthritis (a degeneration of cartilage and its underlying bone within a joint) Dyslipidemia (for example, high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides) Type 2 diabetes Coronary heart disease Stroke Gallbladder disease Sleep apnea and respiratory problems Some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon) Although one of the national health objectives for the year 2010 is to reduce the prevalence of obesity among adults to less than 15%, current data indicate that the situation is worsening rather than improving. Source: CDC-Department of Health and Human Services
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		Where Are YOU on this "Life" Scale ?
		* Morbidly Obese - Extremely Poor Nutrition & Sleep Habits, Severe Depression or Mental Illness, On High Levels of Medications, Coronary-Heart Problems, Chronically Fatigued, Kidney Disease, Type I Diabetes, Cancer, Basically Negative Outlook on Life, Variety of Chronic Disease & Illnesses.
	20 % Unhealthy

		* Obese / Over-weight - Generally Poor Nutrition & Sleep Habits, Low Energy & Physical Activity Level, High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol, Stress, Anxiety & Mild Depression, Arthritis & Joint Problems, Often Takes Medications, Asthma & Sleep Apnea, Type II Diabetes, Often Sick.
	75 % Not Fully Well

		At Optimal Weight - BMI - Very Good Nutrition & Sleep Habits, Life of Meaning and Purpose, Physically Active Lifestyle, Positive Outlook on Life, Medication Free, Rarely Sick.
	5% Thriving

		* Quality of life significantly impacted by overweight or chronic physical or psychological problems.
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