Obesity Costs the U.S. $215 Billion

According to a new study, obesity costs the U.S. economy $215 billion per year.

That’s 18% of the projected 2010 U.S.  federal deficit.

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Isn’t it ironic that during a time of recession, the American public is unable to tighten their belts because they’re too damned fat.

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What about Canadian Govt?

Health cost are going to cripple this economy if something is not done soon, if it is not already to late.
We must start taking a proactive attack on our health care. We must make the necessary changes in our life style. if we do not, cost will continue to rise.

That is so incredibly sad - and so many are young children and teens.

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