Obesity

Learn about obesity and what Maine is doing for prevention and treatment.

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Obesity Prevention

Over 32% of adults in Maine have obesity, which is determined by a body mass index greater than or equal to 30 based on self-reported weight and height. Diet quality and activity level impact the risk of developing obesity. In the U.S. fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat the recommended amount of vegetables and fewer than 1 in 4 adults fully meet physical activity guidelines. Adults with obesity are more at risk of developing many diseases.   

  • Maine Prevention Network’s Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL)

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  • MyPlate is the official symbol of the five food groups. This website offers resources on healthy eating that focuses on the food groups.

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  • Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases. Explore physical activity guidelines.

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Related and Linked Diseases

Maintaining a healthy weight reduces the risk of developing many serious diseases and health conditions including: 

  • All-cause mortality (early death).
  • High blood pressure (hypertension).
  • High or low LDL cholesterol and high levels of triglycerides (dyslipidemia).
  • Type 2 diabetes.
  • Coronary heart disease.
  • Stroke.
  • Gallbladder disease.
  • Osteoarthritis.
  • Sleep apnea and breathing problems.
  • Many types of cancers.
  • Lower quality of life.
  • Mental illness such as clinical depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders.

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Obesity Prevention Program
Email: eric.j.frohmberg@maine.gov/