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Graphic Illustration of our Nation's Obesity Trend
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 11:05AM Unless you have been living in a cave for the past several years, you’ve heard that the US is in the midst of an obseity epidemic. There is something about graphically seeing the progression of the epidemic over time, however, that makes the point really hit home.
My sister sent me this link this morning because she knew I’d like it. Cross health nut with stats geek and you get the perfect audience for this link - me. But I don’t think you necessarily have to be either to appreciate that this should be a wake up call for our country. Clearly, our national health will continue its dramatic downward spiral if we don’t do something to reverse these trends immediately.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Obesity is something we can control. Believe me, I of all people know that it isn’t easy. But even with serious complicating medical factors, obesity can be conquered given the right approach and a bit of determination. I’m living proof. It will take each of us making a commitment to change the self-destructive habits we as a country have developed in the past 20 years. Let’s all see if we can’t reverse the trend for our children, if not for ourselves.
Ok. Sermon over. But watch this. It will take 30 seconds of your time, but will leave a lasting impression, I promise.
CDC’s Trend Map for Obesity in the US
Be sure to scroll down to the animated map.
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Frightening indeed, Deborah. Based on the infographic, the state of Mississippi is the fattest state. I came across another 2011 infographic that shows the state as the fattest state for the sixth consecutive year with 34.4 percent of the population obese. Something has to be done to address the problem. buy xenical
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Florence, do you have the link of the infographic? I'd like to see it. The State should introduce more programs, especially in schools, to truly address this crisis. I hope they don't wait until half of the population is overweight and obese. xlpharmacy