With March recognized as National Nutrition Month, a new study is once again putting the spotlight on health across the country. A report from WalletHub looked at the most overweight and obese metro areas in the United States, and one Kentucky city landed in the Top 20.
Louisville Lands in the Top 20
According to the report, Louisville ranked No. 19 overall among the 100 largest metro areas studied.
WalletHub compared cities using 19 different metrics tied to weight-related health issues. The categories included obesity and overweight rates, health consequences such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and the local food and fitness environment.
The goal was to highlight the communities where residents may face the greatest risk for health problems tied to weight and where improvements in diet and activity could make the biggest difference.
Breaking Down Louisville’s Numbers
Here’s why Louisville’s overall score was 77.64…