half of Americans try to lose weight

The overweight cripples 40 percent. American AFP / Scanpix photo

Half of the adult population in the United States is trying to get rid of overweight and more women than men are losing weight.

Results from the 2013-2016 National Health and Nutrition Survey show that 49.1% Americans over the age of 19 were trying to get rid of several kilograms last year. He made 56 percent. women and 42% men About six in ten women aged 40 to 59 admitted that they were trying to slip

In 2015-2016, nearly 40% The American population was obese, 30% more. was overweight. The study also revealed that not only do people weigh more than a few pounds.

One-quarter of those surveyed for normal or even underweight also tried to slip. The most commonly used ways to restore body lines are exercise and reduction of food consumption.