FSCN 1012 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Pancreatic Cancer, Exercise Prescription, Weight Gain
23 Apr 2020
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In 2010, only 1 state had obesity prevalence rates less than 20% (colorado) Overweight occurrence particularly affects women and minority groups. In 2008, 1 in 10 adults was obese. 65% of the world"s population lives in countries where overweight and obesity kill. By 2015, 2. 3 billion adults will be overweight and more than 700 million will be obese. Excess body fat represents the second leading cause of preventable death in the us. One doctor visit by just 25% of the obese population would cost over million. In 2010, there was billion cost of obesity-related disease. 2nd leading cause of preventable death in america. Estimated number of annual deaths attributed to obesity ranges between 280,00 and 325,000. Exerts a considerable influence in reducing risk for cvd and a more moderate effect on diabetes risk. Maintaining an increased level of pa attenuates the age-related increases in body weight and body fat.
