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Obesity is highly prevalent in U.S.A – here are the shocking STATs!
Published on 30 Aug, 2007 at 21:44 in General Health | Viewed 4,933 views times | 12 Comments
Overweight and obesity are found worldwide, and the prevalence of these conditions in the United States ranks high along with other developed nations. Below are some data based on National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2001 to 2004.
Adults age 20 and older who are overweight or obese (BMI > 25)
All adults: 133.6 million (66 percent) – ABOUT 2/3rd of U.S. Adults! Women: 65 million (61.6 percent) Men: 68.3…
Short Guide to Weight Loss
Published on 17 May, 2006 at 10:03 in General Health | Viewed 1 views times | 2 Comments
OVERVIEW
We all have and need fat tissue in our bodies. When there is increased amount of fat in the body that’s when problem arises. The amount of fat is determined by individual’s Body Mass Index (BMI). Individuals with a BMI of 25 to 29.9 are considered overweight, while individuals with a BMI of 30 or more are considered obese. NOTE: Overweight may or may not be due to increases…