The Obesity Epidemic
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What percentage of U.S. adults are either overweight or obese?

  • 70%
  • 40%
  • 50%
  • 60% (correct)

    • Which state has the highest obesity rate in America?

  • Mississippi (correct)
  • New York
  • Texas
  • California

    • What is the second leading cause of preventable death in America?

  • Air pollution
  • Obesity (correct)
  • Drug abuse
  • Alcohol consumption

    • How many people worldwide does McDonald's feed every day?

    <p>40 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did obesity-related lawsuits against fast food companies start gaining attention?

    <p>2002</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current percentage of U.S. adults who are either overweight or obese?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state is currently the third fattest state in America?

    <p>West Virginia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of overweight and obese Americans since 1980?

    <p>Doubled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current status of obesity compared to smoking as a major cause of preventable death in America?

    <p>Second only to smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people worldwide does McDonald's feed every day?

    <p>More than 46 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

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