Overweight and obesity in the United States: prevalence and trends, 1960–1994
International Journal of ObesityPublished 18 December 1997
Katherine M. Flegal, MD Carroll, RJ Kuczmarski, Johnson Cl
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Between 1976–80 and 1988–94, the prevalence of obesity (BMI≥30.0) increased markedly in the US, in agreement with trends seen elsewhere in the world.
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Between 1976-80 and 1988-94, the prevalence of obesity (BMI > or= 30.0) increased markedly in the US. These findings are in agreement with trends seen elsewhere in the world. Use of standardized definitions facilitates international comparisons.
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