By: Lauren Corbett
In a recent study done by; not-for-profit Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the information used for this analysis was obtained by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The results show that Michigan was ranked #5 on their list with an obesity percent of (31.1%).
- 26 out of the 30 obese states in the country are in the Midwest
and South.
Obesity , a major health concern throughout the nation, is a leading causes to many diseases. Fight the obesity epidemic and promote healthy living by introducing a corporate wellness program to your staff.
Workplace wellness programs are a great way to promote a healthy lifestyle, encourage physical activity and a healthy diet. A successful health and wellness program may result in a reduction in obesity, reduction in smoking, improvement in early intervention and treatment, and lower healthcare cost growth.
For more information on what type of wellness program will be best for you, contact Lauren Simonetti at lauren@austinfg.com or (248) 594-5533.
Source: http://www.shrm.org/hrdisciplines/benefits/Articles/Pages/Obesity-Rates-States.aspx
