Weight Management in America

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In the 1960s, what percentage of Americans were affected by being overweight?

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Fewer than 32%

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As of today, approximately what percentage of Americans are affected by being overweight?

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70%

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What percentage of Americans have obesity?

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40%

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How much money did Americans spend on weight loss and diet in 2019?

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$78 billion

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How much does the U.S. healthcare system expend on treating medical complications associated with overweight/obesity?

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$145 billion

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What is considered a healthy weight?

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A body weight that doesn’t increase the risk of health problems

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What is the BMI range for being classified as overweight?

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25-29.9

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What does weight management involve?

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Maintaining your weight within a healthy range

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What BMI is considered morbidly obese?

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40 or higher

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What is the definition of obesity according to the document?

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Carrying 25-40 or more pounds above healthy weight