Obesity Statistics
Obesity statistics - According to research USA obesity rates are reaching epidemic Proportions. Here are some of statistics of obesity posted on Ann Collins Website.
58 Million Overweight; 40 Million Obese; 3 Million morbidly Obese
Eight out of 10 over 25's Overweight
78% of American's not meeting basic activity level recommendations
25% completely Sedentary
76% increase in type II diabetes in adults 30-40 yrs old since 1990. Obesity Related Diseases are also growing.
80% of type II diabetes related to obesity
70% of Cardiovascular disease related to obesity
42% breast and colon cancer diagnosed among obese individuals
30% of gall bladder surgery related to obesity
26% of obese people having high blood pressure
Childhood Obesity Statistics are running out of control.
4% overweight 1982 | 16% overweight 1994
25% of all white children overweight 2001
33% African American and Hispanic children overweight 2001
Hospital costs associated with childhood obesity rising from $35 Million (1979) to $127 Million (1999)
Childhood Metabolic and Heart Risks
New study suggests one in four overweight children is already showing early signs of type II diabetes (impaired glucose intolerance)
60% already have one risk factor for heart disease Surge in Childhood Diabetes
Between 8% - 45% of newly diagnosed cases of childhood diabetes are type II, associated with obesity.
Whereas 4% of Childhood diabetes was type II in 1990, that number has risen to approximately 20%
Depending on the age group (Type II most frequent 10-19 group) and the racial/ethnic mix of group stated
Of Children diagnosed with Type II diabetes, 85% are obese Please read this obesity statistic page over and over and think about losing some weight if you have some extra pounds. Check with your Doctor about what your ideal weight should be. Overweight statistics can be a motivating tool if you have it handy. You may want to print out a copy and keep it where you can see it every day. This will remind you that losing weight is important and it can change your life dramatically. Remember, obesity can lead to diseases such as heart attacks, high blood pressure, diabetes, and breathing problems.
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