The Problem
The Problems
Childhood obesity is a serious problem in the United States, putting children and adolescents at risk for poor health. According to Centre for Disease Control
Obesity prevalence was 12.7% among 2- to 5-year-olds, 20.7% among 6- to 11-year-olds, and 22.2% among 12- to 19-year-olds. Childhood obesity is also more common among certain populations.
Over 32% of children in the US are currently overweight or obese.
70% of 17-to-24-year-olds do not qualify for the U.S. Military for health & fitness related issues
In the United States, obesity prevalence in children and adolescents has almost tripled since 1980.
Childhood obesity is a serious problem in the United States, putting children and adolescents at risk for poor health.