Spotlight on Obesity: The Growing Epidemic-1 Race and - TopicsExpress



          

Spotlight on Obesity: The Growing Epidemic-1 Race and Ethnicity Rising obesity rates. The NHANES data show: In the United States, the prevalence of obesity and attitudes about weight differ among racial and ethnic groups. Black and Hispanic women are more likely to be overweight than white women are. Rates of overweight are similar for Black, Hispanic, and white men. Because of cultural factors, African Americans, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders typically value thinness less than white Americans do. All of this can be reversed, with a lifelong Fitness and Nutrition Plan, for longer life and better health.
Posted on: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 13:53:00 +0000

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