Obesity Statistics

More than 1 in 3 U.S. adults

are obese (CDC, 2017).

African Americans are more
Obesity:
likely to be obese compared
to other ethnic groups (CDC,
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2017).
North Carolina has the 16th
highest adult obesity rate in
the nation (RWJF, 2017).
Obesity is common, serious,
and costly (CDC, 2017).
Obesity can be prevented.
information contact: Should
Brianah Williams, BS
Know
Phone: (336) OBE-SITY
(336) 623-7489 A healthier you is a better you!
Email: bmwilli8@uncg.edu
 What About Obesity?
Obesity is a chronic condition
affecting 78.6 million adults in
the U.S. population.
Obesity occurs when there is an
abnormal or excessive fat
accumulation in the body
presenting a risk to health or a
BMI greater than 30.
You may be at risk for obesity if
you are physically inactive,
consume an unhealthy diet, and
have a family history of obesity.
If you are obese, you are at risk
for developing type 2 diabetes,
high blood pressure, heart
disease, stroke, some forms of
cancer, and more.
Tips for Healthy Diet
Limit red meat like
hamburger and steak
Avoid bacon, cold cuts, and
other processed meats
Use healthy oils like canola
oil and olive oil for cooking
Eat a variety of vegetables
Eat plenty of fruits of all
colors
Limit sugary drinks like
juices and sodas
Drink plenty of water
Tips for Physical Activity
Take the stairs instead of the
elevator
Park at the far end of the lot
Walk around when talking
on the phone
Do squats, sit-ups, or push-
ups during commercial
breaks
Turn up the music and dance
Join a local YMCA
Find a walking buddy
Get up and move every hour