Obesity/Poor nutrition
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People who are overweight or obese
have a higher risk for heart disease
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Total costs due to obesity was
estimated at $99 billion in 1995
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Currently, 11% of adolescents and
23% of adults are obese
(According to Center for Disease
Control)
Goals & Objectives
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Reduce the proportion of children
and adolescents who are overweight or obese to 5%
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Reduce the proportion of adults
who are obese to 15%
(See
more information pertaining to objectives)
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