How healthy are you?
15, Sep, 2011 (1:44 PM)
A new international report released today by BUPA shows Australia is a nation in denial about its obesity epidemic.
According to the research, only one third of Australians consider themselves overweight, yet their Body Mass Index (BMI) revealed six in ten are overweight or obese.
Internationally, the BMI figures position Australia in third place behind the Americans and Saudis as one of the most obese nations from the 12 countries surveyed.
Older Australians are most likely to be unaware they are overweight.
Do you agree with the findings?
How healthy do you think you are?
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How healthy are you?
15, Sep, 2011 (1:44 PM)
A new international report released today by BUPA shows Australia is a nation in denial about its obesity epidemic.
According to the research, only one third of Australians consider themselves overweight, yet their Body Mass Index (BMI) revealed six in ten are overweight or obese.
Internationally, the BMI figures position Australia in third place behind the Americans and Saudis as one of the most obese nations from the 12 countries surveyed.
Older Australians are most likely to be unaware they are overweight.
Do you agree with the findings?
How healthy do you think you are?
Disclaimer: The views expressed in these blogs are not necessarily those of National Seniors Australia. This blog is moderated and any content deemed inappropriate by the administrator will be removed, including comments that are offensive or discriminatory; libellous or defamatory; breach copyright, unless we have the owner’s permission to use it; or contain personal or commercially confidential material. The use of this blog to broadcast overtly party-political messages is also prohibited. Bloggers must keep to topic and refrain from personal attacks. Any personal details shared here are public and can be found on internet searches.