Overweight or Obese
By Better Health Research Team • Oct 19th, 2009 • Category: Fast Fact
According to the journal Obesity, research conducted by RTI International indicates about 66 percent of American adults are overweight or obese. And extreme obesity may shorten your life by 12 years! Plus, the extra pounds may cause other health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that obesity-related medical costs total more than $147 billion in 2008 alone—which is double the amount from 10 years ago. There’s no time like the present to start to manage your weight and start making healthier food choices coupled with a regular exercise program.
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