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Obesity: Myths, Challenges, and Successes William H. Dietz MD, PhD Former Director Division of Nutrition Physical Activity, and Obesity Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1991

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1993

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1995

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1997

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 1999

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 2001

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No Data 25% Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 2003

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Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults BRFSS, 2005 No Data