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Obesity

Zahid Mian, Los Angeles West

In America, having a BMI (body mass index—largely based on height and weight) of 30 or greater makes you obese. Here are some quick facts about Obesity in the United States:

  • Nationally, obesity rate rises to 27.7% in 2014
  • Obesity rates highest in Southern and Midwestern states
  • Higher obesity rates linked to lower well-being
  • Largest increase of obesity since 2008 among the 65+ group, followed by 45-64 group
  • While normal and overweight percentage saw slight decrease, obesity rate jumped at a higher rate

The following tables and charts show obesity trends in the United States since 2008 (to 2014).




Source: gallup.com