Is Oregon a Fat or a Fit State?
With all the outdoor activities in arms reach from the majority of Oregonians, we might expect to be one of the fittest states on the map.
Each year a study is done to determine the levels of obesity in our 50 states. Even with the a recent focus on obesity prevention, this year 31 states had an increase in obesity levels and the number of obese adults was over 25% in 13 states. There was a direct correlation between poverty and obesity rates with nine out of the ten states in the south.
Colorado remains the fittest state with only 16.9% obesity among residents and Nevada was the only state to have a decrease in obesity.
How did Oregon do?
To see the nationwide results click on this link: www.MSNBC.com