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A new poll by the Associated Press and iVillage suggests that Americans may have a disconnect in understanding weight versus health. The study found that most American women have "flipped" priorities, overvaluing weight and appearance and undervaluing physical fitness and health.

Approximately 60 percent of Americans are overweight or obese. The AP-iVillage poll of 1,000 women aligns with this figure. Of the women polled, over 50 percent don't like their weight, including 26 percent of women whose Body Mass Index measurements were normal. Over half of women exercise 80 minutes per week or less when the recommended amount for good health is 2.5 hours per week. Less than one in 10 women reported eating at least the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables.

(Source: google.com/hosted news/ap)

Labels: health, poll

Posted By: Aspen Education Group