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The problem

American society has become 'obesogenic,' characterized by environments that promote increased food intake, nonhealthful foods, and physical inactivity.

Our mission

Our mission is to reverse the trend and significantly reduce overweight in the US population.

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Striking facts

  • On any given day about one quarter of the adult population visit a fast-food restaurant - 1
  • 1 in every 4 Americans eat at a McDonald's on a daily basis. (Almost all nutritionists don’t approve of eating McDonald's more than once a month) - 1
  • The United States has the highest obesity rates in the developed world. - 1

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