Physical activity and nutrition
Obesity is the second leading cause of premature death in the United States. More than half of all Americans are either overweight or obese, with obesity affecting close to 59 million adults.
In Michigan, the percentage of overweight adults has been steadily increasing in recent years. Michigan now reports the seventh highest level of obese adults in the nation and Detroit ranks number one on the list of America’s fattest cities. Blue Care Network and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan are working with Michigan communities to reduce health problems associated with being overweight by promoting physical activity and nutrition.
Our objectives are to:
- Increase physical activity and health nutrition among Michigan’s youth and elderly.
- Educate Blues members about how they can improve their own fitness level by making good activity and nutrition choices.
- Develop community programs to encourage activity.
To learn more, visit the Physical Activity and Nutrition area of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s Web site.
page modified 04/23/2008