US health authorities say obesity is costing the country 147-billion dollars annually, and warn that the burden could further increase unless the problem is tackled.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention studied the cost of treating diabetes, heart disease and other illnesses tied to obesity.
The CDC found that the cost had risen to 147-billion dollars, or 9.1 percent of total medical spending, in 2006.
People who are obese were spending about 1,400 dollars more on health care, or about 40 percent more than people of normal weight.
The CDC says obesity-related illnesses are pushing up overall US medical costs. It says that society-wide programs, rather than individual efforts alone, are necessary to counter the problem.
The CDC has issued a set of 24 recommendations to help prevent obesity. The strategies urge communities and schools to promote healthy eating and more physical activity.
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