For years, obesity rates in the US have been on a steady rise. Since its inception, Gallup’s National Health and Well-Being Index has consistently reported an increasing share of US adults living with obesity.
The survey data reveals a significant jump from 25.5 percent in 2008 to 39.9 percent in 2022. This upward trend highlights the growing scope of the obesity epidemic in the country.
In fact, the survey captures just the latest phase of a long-standing public health challenge. Over the past 60 years, the estimated prevalence of obesity in the US has tripled, underscoring the urgent need for effective interventions.
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