Overview

• The prevalence of obesity in the US has more than doubled since 1990, with projections indicating two-thirds of adults could be affected by 2050.
• Current trends suggest 43.1 million children and adolescents and 213 million adults will have overweight or obesity by 2050.
• Obesity-related health complications, such as diabetes, heart disease, and mental health issues, are expected to increase significantly.
• Southern states, including Mississippi and Texas, are likely to remain heavily impacted, with some regions seeing up to 80% of adults affected.
• Experts emphasize the need for preventive measures, including healthier school meals and creating more walkable communities, to combat this growing epidemic.