Overweight and Obesity: Steps Towards Health
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Overweight and Obesity: Steps Towards Health
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Overweight and Obesity: Steps Towards Health
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Overweight and Obesity
Overweight
Knee Pain
High Blood Pressure
Pre-Diabetes
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Source: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, CDC.
19961991
2003
Obesity Trends* Among U.S. AdultsBRFSS, 1991, 1996, 2003
(* BMI 30, or about 30 lbs overweight for 5’4” person)
No Data <10% 10%–14% 15%–19% 20%–24% ≥25%
The Epidemic
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Overweight and Obesity Defined
Overweight BMI = 25 -29
ObeseBMI = 30 +
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Over 60% of U.S. adults are overweight or obese
The average American gains 1.5-2 pounds/year from 20-40 years old
Increased weight (BMI level) is directly linked with health risks
Facts about obesity
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What are the causes of obesity?
Genes and Culture
Personal Health Choices
Increased Calories Eaten
Decreased Physical Activity
Community and Environment
Easy Access to High Calorie Foods
Decreased Access to Physical Activity
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Know Yourself
Take Action
Make it Easier to be Healthy
Key to Having a Healthy Weight
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Know Yourself
What are the situations where I tend to eat or drink more than I should?
What gets in the way with being active or exercising?
How do I keep track of my eating, activity and weight?
How do I handle stress?
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Take Action
Set reasonable goals (10% weight loss over 6 months)
If you can’t lose weight, try not to gain weight
Little things make a difference! Eat breakfast every day Eat smaller portions Take the stairs
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Physical Activity Increase gradually Goal: 30- 60 minutes or more of daily
moderate to vigorous activity
Healthy Eating Fruits - 2 cups per day Vegetables - 2 1/2 cups per day Whole-Grain - 3 or more 1 ounce
servings per day Low-Fat Dairy - 3 cups per day
Take Action
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Buy low fat, fresh foods
Find activities which are fun and convenient
Advocate that schools and work sites offer healthy foods
Make it Easier to Be Healthy
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Kaiser Permanente’s Approach to Obesity
BMI screening and counseling
Information and personalized online programs on Physician Home Pages (www.kp.org/mydoctor)
Pedometers, weight management classes, Weight Watcher discounts
Community health improvement activities
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Live Long and Thrive