Obesity Prevention

The Obesity Epidemic - 7 minute video
by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

 


Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention:

Solving the Weight of the Nation
Insitute of Medicine Report on Preventing Obesity
May, 2012



Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person's weight and height. BMI provides a reliable indicator of body fatness for most people and is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems.

BMI Calculator For Adults 

BMI Calculator for Children and Teens

BMI Table

 


Kenosha American Legion Starts "Move" Weight Management Program
May, 15, 2012


MOVE - VA Weight-Management Program



Obesity Among Older Americans
February, 2009 Report to US Senate

 


September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. 12.5 million U.S. children are obese. Join the conversation. Spread the word. Take action.

 

September is Fruits & Veggies- More Matters month. Find tasty recipes for your family.

 

Help your children play! Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play.

 
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