A recent study found that approximately 35% of adults in the United States are considered obese, with an estimated 17% of children and adolescents falling into the same category. The study, conducted by a team of researchers, also revealed that obesity rates differ by gender, race, and ethnicity. In terms of gender, about 40% of women and 30% of men are classified as obese. Additionally, the study showed that non-Hispanic Black individuals had the highest obesity rates compared to other racial and ethnic groups. The findings underscore the ongoing public health challenge of obesity in the country and the need for targeted interventions to address this issue.