Why are most of the American women overweight?

An estimated 160 million Americans are either obese or overweight. Nearly three-quarters of American men and more than 60% of women are obese or overweight. These are also major challenges for America's children – nearly 30% of boys and girls under age 20 are either obese or overweight, up from 19% in 1980. read more

The rationale appears to be immaculate: In 1980, the U.S. government authoritatively prescribed that all Americans eat a low-fat eating regimen. The whole nation fell in line. read more

When examining overweight and obesity trends across North America, more American men and women were found to be obese or overweight than Canadians. The prevalence of being either obese or overweight among American men (71%) was higher than among Canadian men (65%), and higher in American women (62% vs. 49%). read more

According to a new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the obesity rate has not changed significantly in the past few years. That's no reason to become complacent, Kushner says."The prevalence of obesity is leveling off, but it's leveling off at flood stage. read more

Nearly three-quarters of American men and more than 60% of women are obese or overweight. These are also major challenges for America’s children – nearly 30% of boys and girls under age 20 are either obese or overweight, up from 19% in 1980. read more

According to the CDC, two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese. Now that the average body weight tends toward plump rather than svelte, the perception of what's normal may be sliding. And that may have health consequences that are flying under your radar. The New Normal. The average American is 23 pounds heavier than his or her ideal body weight. read more