Overweight & Obesity

Obesity remains high, varies by state, and affects some group more than others.

ECE settings can support healthy eating and physical activity among young children.

Adults with severe obesity are more likely to develop complications from the flu.

Learn what early childhood care, hospitals, schools, and food service are doing.

CDC’s Obesity efforts focus on policy and environmental strategies to make healthy eating and active living accessible and affordable for everyone.

Latest statistics on U.S. obesity, maps , interactive databases and data systems

Defining childhood overweight and obesity, facts, causes and health consequences

Strategies and Initiatives to make healthier foods more accessible to everyone

Defining adult overweight and obesity, facts, causes and health consequences

Reports, prevention strategies and guidelines, fact sheets, social media tools

Obesity prevention strategies to create an environment that supports healthy lifestyles

Healthy Weight

Healthy Weight
Staying in control of your weight contributes to good health now and as you age.

State and Local Programs

Check out the latest state initiatives and news related to nutrition, physical activity, overweight and obesity.

In the Spotlight

Page last reviewed: April 1, 2019