Obesity Statistics in America

Posted on August 25, 2007 in Latest News

What are the main causes of obesity in America today?
The main causes of obesity in America are unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity. Eating foods high in calories, fats, sugars has lead to obesity. These foods are economical, available at a number of food outlets. Also, lack of physical exertion  and sedentary habits such as watching television, playing video games has resulted in the rise of obesity. Apart from unhealthy lifestyle, other factors such as behavioral factors and genetics are some of the causes of obesity in America today.

According to International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) Obesity/Weight Control Report, the obesity epidemic in America is growing day by day. According to these statistics, there is a dangerously overweight U.S. population.

Obesity is increasing greatly in the United States: 3.8 million people have weight over 300 pounds. Over 400,000 people carry over 400 pounds, and many among these are males. The average adult female in USA weighs an 163 pounds!

The National Center for Health (NCH) has also been tracking America’s obesity problem for more than four decades. Their findings given below support the growing obesity epidemic in America.

• Between 1962 and 2000, the obese people grew from 13% to 31% of the population.
• 63% of Americans are overweight with a BMI in excess of 25.0
• 31% are obese with a BMI in excess of 30.0
• Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past two decades
• Obesity is responsible for 300,000 deaths every year.

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