“health” Charts
Children Living in Poverty »
Across the U.S., large numbers of children are affected by one or more risk factors linked to academic failure and…
The Buzz vs. The Bulge: Caffeine and Calories »
Are you consuming a quick pick-me-up or a liquid meal? A great look at the caffeine content compared to calories…
Is Sitting the New Smoking? »
Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. Thankfully, a new "wonder drug" has been shown to cut…
90% of Corn Planted in US is Genetically Modified »
Genetically modified corn varieties now account for 90% of all corn planted in the United States. The jury is still…
Looking for Work? Don't Forget to Watch Your Waistline »
A recently released study by Gallup reveals a correlation between obesity rates and length of unemployment. Direct causes are not…
Fast Food: Americans Know It's Bad, Eat It Anyway »
It’s increasingly uncommon for Americans to eat meals home-cooked from scratch. Instead, 47% of us eat fast food once a…
Most Undernourished Regions of the World »
The FAO (Food and Agricultural Organization) recently released a booklet featuring new statistics on food supply and health for 2014.…
#OccupyEducation: Higher Student Debt, Lower Quality of Life »
Quality of life in terms of financial and physical well-being is drastically different for college grads who walked away with…
Oil and shortening are now American's preferred fats »
Americans source of fat has drastically changed in the last 100 years. Butter and Lard are eaten less, while salad…
The Irony of Body Image Issues »
A study by Gallup into physical appearance and body image found an unexpected trend among the American population. Americans' satisfaction…
Americans Seek Thinner Waistlines in the Supermarket »
Above all, Americans look for food that is fresh (as everyone ideally should). Rounding out the rest of the top…
No, Ketchup is NOT a Vegetable »
It's a horrifying reality that fast food restaurants had more rigorous inspection standards for beef and chicken than the school…
In Vitro Baby Boom »
"More than 1.5 percent of babies born in the U.S. in 2012 were conceived in a laboratory dish thanks to…
Air Pollution Vulnerability in the US »
Rising temperatures can make smog pollution worse and increase the number of "bad air days" when it's hard to breathe.…
Trends in Smoking of High Schoolers »
Anti-tobacco campaigns like theTruth.com tend to emphasize the purple line of the graph, claiming a strong possibility of eradicating smoking…
What Are We Least Comfortable Talking to Our Bosses About? »
Gallup measures engagement at work as a product of workers' perceived relationship with their manager as well as their own…
Food For Thought »
North America, out of any other continent, has the highest gross spending on snacks. It's no surprise that Americans, who…
1/2 Marathon Training for Beginners »
Interested in completing a 1/2 marathon for the first time? halfmarathons.net provides a plan for beginners who, like me, have…
From Divorce to Diabetes »
WebMD recently produced an article that proves the toll divorce can have on one's health. Going through a divorce of…
Can Obesity Be A Symptom? »
While it is no surprise that with increasing obesity, there is an increase in diabetes diagnoses, here are the numbers.…
Volunteer: Do it for the Kids »
The child abuse hotline in San Diego, CA receives an estimate of 80,000 calls per year. Juvenile Judges, Attorneys, and…
Prevalence of Psychological Disorders »
Psychological Disorders affect millions of people every day. Yet, they are often disorders that cannot be seen. Ex. It is…
Could Growing Older Be the Solution for Weight Issues? »
The number of Americans that worry about their weight "all" or "some" of the time increases into late middle age,…
Trying to Lose Weight? You Aren't Alone »
Since Gallup began tracking the statistic in 1990, the percentage of Americans 'seriously trying' to lose weight has jumped by…
How May Your Weight Be Affecting Your Social Life? »
In a study examining the social wellbeing of Americans by weight category, those outside their normal bodyweight range reported slightly…
Exercise: Intensity vs. Duration »
Recent research published in the American Journal of Health Promotion found that for preventing weight gain, the intensity of the…
Cities' Wellbeing Score Correlated with Heart Attacks »
In a grouping of metro areas based on their Gallup-Healthway's Well-Being Index, those at the top of the list had…
An Apple a Day: Most Frequently Given Advice to Smokers »
For smokers, by far the most frequent advice their doctors give them is to quit. Over 4 out of 10…
How often do you brush your teeth? »
According to a poll by On The Edge blog on times union.com as cited by the Denver Post, a little…
The Cost of Smoking »
Aside from the health costs, just the cost of purchasing pack after pack of cigarettes adds up over time. According…
Percentage of Americans Who Struggled to Afford Food Down »
According to a recent Gallup study, the percentage of Americans who struggled to afford food in the past year is…
The Scarlet Plaque or Ebola? »
The Scarlet Plaque is a novel written by Jack Snow in 1912 in which an outbreak of a disease takes…
Are We A Healthier, Safer World? »
Based on these statistics, the answer is no. Over the last decade, the leading cause of death around the world…
It's Time to Lower the Bar- Hershey's and its Health »
While Hershey's Chocolate brand uses the slogan "Raise the Bar", I suggest we lower it. Many people simply just look…
Blood Types: What's Your Flavor? »
Americans with O+ and A+ blood types account for over 2/3rds of the population. The other 6 blood types make…
Ebola Symptom Manifestation Over Time »
This chart follows the incubation period for the Liberian passenger who visited the United States and was diagnosed with Ebola…
