Several studies have found that in the United States, there is a rising trend of obesity for people between the ages of 2 and 19. What does this say about the country's overall health? Youth are at a lower risk of developing chronic diseases later in life.
Healthier food choices are an important factor in reducing obesity and other chronic illnesses.
Youth aged 2 to 19 years are less likely to consume unhealthy foods.
An increase in youth diagnosed with nutrition-driven chronic disease will not likely continue.