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Obesity Crisis: U.S. Calorie Consumption Surpasses Burn Rate

6/12/2025

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Kevin Klatt, a diet and metabolism researcher, sheds light on the alarming rise of obesity in the U.S., attributing it to a growing energy imbalance where calorie consumption outpaces calorie burn. This troubling trend, rooted in the 1980s, reflects significant changes in our food supply and lifestyle, revealing the intricate web of factors impacting our health.

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Story summary

Kevin Klatt, a diet and metabolism researcher, sheds light on the alarming rise of obesity in the U.S., attributing it to a growing energy imbalance where calorie consumption outpaces calorie burn. This troubling trend, rooted in the 1980s, reflects significant changes in our food supply and lifestyle, revealing the intricate web of factors impacting our health.