US Obesity Rates Projected to Surge by 2050

Researchers predict nearly 260 million Americans will be overweight or obese, posing significant health challenges.

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.