"As a result of being part of Losing Weight Gaining You I am so happy! I am losing more weight, exercising every day and getting in shape! This was what I needed to get my "Skinny Girl Thinking" back! I am now into good, healthy thinking and am laser focused with all the other goals in my life as well. It was just what I needed to get back in track! Thanks so much, Paula!"
Colleen L., Fort Mill, SC
It is estimated that over 66% of the adult population is overweight. (1)
On average, people who are considered obese pay $1,429 (42 percent) more in health care costs than normal-weight individuals. (2)
Over 33% of the adult population is obese. (3)
Less than 33% of adults are at a healthy weight. (4, 5, 6)
According to Dr. Oz, losing as little as 10 pounds can
- Lower cholesterol
- Lower blood pressure
- Reduce your risk for heart attacks
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Prevalence of Overweight, Obesity, and Extreme Obesity Among Adults: United States, Trends 1976–1980 Through 2007–2008
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