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Obesity Discussion · 06-29-06, 03:29 AM

Palm Springs Congresswoman Introduces Obesity Legislation

PALM SPRINGS (CNS) - Rep. Mary Bono, R-Palm Springs, today introduced the Improved Nutrition and Physical Activity Act, which would provide grants for public health programs that address obesity.

HR 5698 recognizes the significant health problems associated with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer, according to a statement released by Bono's office.

Details on funding amounts or specific programs were not outlined.

"The problem of obesity only continues to worsen," Bono said in a statement. "If we can educate and stimulate our society to deal with this issue, especially our youth, and encourage them to live a healthier life, we've won the first battle in the war against obesity."

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Obesity Discussion Administrator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,625 Weight Statistics 8/1/2006 Start Date: 185 lb Start Weight: 152 lb Current Weight: 155 lb Goal Weight: -33 lb Weight Loss: 5/1/2007 Goal Date:	Palm Springs Congresswoman Introduces Obesity Legislation Palm Springs Congresswoman Introduces Obesity Legislation PALM SPRINGS (CNS) - Rep. Mary Bono, R-Palm Springs, today introduced the Improved Nutrition and Physical Activity Act, which would provide grants for public health programs that address obesity. HR 5698 recognizes the significant health problems associated with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer, according to a statement released by Bono's office. Details on funding amounts or specific programs were not outlined. "The problem of obesity only continues to worsen," Bono said in a statement. "If we can educate and stimulate our society to deal with this issue, especially our youth, and encourage them to live a healthier life, we've won the first battle in the war against obesity." Article __________________