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Facts on the Battle of the Bulge

The "Battle of the Bulge" can be very discouraging. For those battling waistlines, try keeping some interesting facts and tidbits in mind to help to put the whole situation in perspective.

  1. Weight Loss Products

    • According to a 2006 CBS report, Americans spend approximately $35 billion every year on weight-loss products.

    Safety

    • The vast majority of weight-loss products are classified as supplements and therefore not regulated or controlled by the FDA.

    Keeping It Off

    • More than 95 percent of dieters are unable to keep the weight off in the long term. According to a 2007 ABC news report, those most at risk of putting the pounds back on include people who spend 4 or more hours in front of the television every day, people who have lost 20 percent or more of their body weight, people who originally lost weight very quickly, and dieters of Mexican-American heritage.

    Obese Children

    • According to an obesity study performed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 out of every 7 low-income child of pre-school age is obese in the United States.

    Adults in the United States

    • According to the CDC, in 2008, 34 percent of adults in the United States were obese.

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