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In the United States, obesity has risen at an epidemic rate during the past 20 years. One of the national health objectives for the year 2010 is to reduce the prevalence of obesity among adults to less than 15%. Research indicates that the situation is worsening rather than improving.
The following topics provide information about overweight and obesity.
Defining Overweight and Obesity
Defining the most common obesity and overweight terms.
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Information regarding body mass index and how to determine BMI for
adults, adolescents, and children.
Obesity Trends
Links to important obesity trends.
Contributing Factors
A variety of factors play a role in obesity. This section
will address how behavior, environment, and genetic factors may have an
effect in causing people to be overweight and obese.
Health Consequences
Overweight and obesity among adults and health risks associated with
obesity.
Economic Consequences
Overweight and obesity and their associated health problems have a
significant economic impact on the U.S. health care system.
Recommendations
Guidelines related to obesity and overweight and recommended strategies to
prevent chronic diseases and obesity.
State-Based Programs
A description of CDC's Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity program
to support state health departments and their partners, and a list of
funded programs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You will find answers to frequently asked questions here.
Resources
Helpful obesity and overweight resources.
