Lack of physical activity combined with poor nutrition are second only to tobacco as a factor leading to cause of death. A diet that is low in saturated fats and includes five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day plays a key role in maintaining good health. Improving the American diet could extend productive life span and reduce the occurrence of chronic disease, including total cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes. Poor nutrition combined with lack of physical activity are second only to tobacco as a factor leading to cause of death. An unhealthy diet and lack of physical activity are the major contributors to being overweight.
Men are slightly more likely than women to report being overweight.