|Obesity & Physical Inactivity|
Overweight as well as obesity are common health conditions and their prevalence is increasing nationally and in Wisconsin. Excess weight is associated with an increased risk of many chronic health conditions: cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, stroke, osteoarthritis and some cancers. There is a strong relationship between poor nutrition, physical inactivity and being overweight. Healthy People Portage County encourages organizations and individuals interested in promoting healthy eating and active living to organize prevention initiatives around the following goals.
Portage County Obesity & Physical Inactivity Goals:
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Individuals and families will view being physically active and eating healthy foods as the social norm within Portage County.
Work environments will encourage physical activity and healthy food choices.
Schools and child care settings in Portage County will promote physical activity and healthy food choices.
Primary care providers and community-based health care providers will routinely assess and counsel patients on physical activity and proper nutrition.
Restaurants and food providers will increase offerings of healthy food choices.
To learn more about current initiatives regarding obesity and nutrition in Portage County visit
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