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US Obesity Rates Surge 37% Between 1999-2023, New Study Reveals
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- A new American Heart Association study shows US obesity prevalence rose from 30% to 41% between 1999-2023.
- Abdominal obesity increased from 48% to 61%.
- The study highlights spikes in severe and abdominal obesity, particularly among youth and women.
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A new American Heart Association study shows US obesity prevalence rose from 30% to 41% between 1999-2023. Abdominal obesity increased from 48% to 61%. The study highlights spikes in severe and abdominal obesity, particularly among youth and women.
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