As a proud Texan you already know that in 2007 the 80th Legislature designated the second full week in September as Obesity Awareness Week. This week was created to draw attention to the growing epidemic that is plaguing the state. For instance, the obesity rate in Texas has increased by more than 80% within the past 15 years. Texas is now ranked as the 12th FATTEST state in the nation, almost proving that everything is BIGGER in Texas. Obesity was estimated to cost this great state's employers about $9.5 billion in 2009.
Now it's time to combat obesity Chuck Norris style. Here are three things that you and your family can do during Texas Obesity Awareness Week:
1. Exercise for 30 minutes at least 4 days during Texas Obesity Week. Exercise could include walking, running, swimming...almost any verb you can think of.
2. Make healthier food choices. Just say "NO" to mayo all week long.
3. Involve your entire community! Make health your priority! You're a Texan, You can do it!
3a. If you're in Houston come join us on Saturday, September 10th at Discovery Green Family Health Day from 2pm-8pm!
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