Tag: State health rankings

According to a study analyzing data from 2010 to 2015, U.S. adults consumed an average of about 17 teaspoons of added sugar per day, with intake varying significantly by state. This stark statistic sets the stage for a critical look into regional dietary habits, seeking to uncover what states consume the most sugar and the contributing socioeconomic factors behind these trends.

According to reports that analyzed CDC data, Utah consistently ranks among the states with the healthiest diets, thanks to factors like strong daily fruit consumption and low rates of diet-related diseases. Determining which state eats the healthiest, however, involves assessing multiple complex socioeconomic and lifestyle indicators beyond just what people eat.