Tuesday, April 6, 2010

How many Americans are Healthy?

QUESTION:
What percent of Americans in 2000 reported a healthy lifestyle, in that they
  • Did not smoke
  • Regular physical activity 30+ min, 5+ days a week
  • Ate 5 or more fruits and vegetables a day
  • Had a healthy body weight (BMI 18.5-25)


ANSWER:
Only 3% of Americans in 2000 reported a healthy lifestyle, in that they
  • Did not smoke
  • regular physical activity 30+ minutes on 5+ days a week
  • Ate 5 or more fruits and vegetables a day
  • Had a healthy body weigth (BMI 18.5-25)

CDC -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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