Obesity

Survey finds obesity has reached epidemic levels in Minnesota

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, January 3rd, 2005

Minnesotans say they are an average of 18 pounds heavier than they want to be and are concerned about the health complications, according to results of a report and survey findings released today by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.

Most (82%) believe obesity is encouraged by a cultural norm that food is used as a reward. Yet, 30% of those surveyed think that anxiety over terrorist attacks has caused people to eat more.

Overweight Minnesotans - especially women - are turning to surgical solutions in record numbers, with the number of bariatric surgeries skyrocketing nearly 149% during the past few years, costing an average of $17,000 each with...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2005-01-03)

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