Weight Management in America

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

• Fewer than 32%

• 40%

• 50%

• 70%

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

• 32%

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

What percentage of Americans have obesity?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

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

• $50 billion

• $78 billion

• $100 billion

• $145 billion

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

• $78 billion

• $100 billion

• $145 billion

• $200 billion

What is considered a healthy weight?

• A weight that increases the risk of health problems

• A weight maintained through an unbalanced diet

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

• A weight that is 100 pounds above the healthy range

What is the BMI range for being classified as overweight?

• 18.5-24.9

• 25-29.9

• 30-34.9

• 40 or higher

What does weight management involve?

• Gaining weight rapidly

• Losing weight without a plan

• Maintaining your weight within a healthy range

• Ignoring weight changes

What BMI is considered morbidly obese?

• 18.5-24.9

• 25-29.9

• 30-39.9

• 40 or higher

What is the definition of obesity according to the document?

• Weighing less than healthy for height

• Carrying 25-40 or more pounds above healthy weight

• Maintaining weight within a healthy range

• Having a BMI of 18.5-24.9