A study by research firm, Policy Analysis Inc., concluded that overweight people can cost US employers $12.7 billion in sick time and insurance coverage in a single year.
The US Department of Agriculture estimates the cost of overweight at more than $71 billion a year in added health-care and related expenses.
An American Medical Association (AMA) study estimates that 300,000 Americans die each year from obesity-related causes such as heart disease, diabetes and stroke.
Improper or uninformed food consumption can cause chemical imbalances that create mood swings, fatigue, poor concentration, decreased performance and loss of stamina.
Improve Employee Health!
National statistics show that 71.3% of your male and 64.7% of your female employees aged 35-54 are overweight. Overweight contributes to poor health, aggravates all medical conditions, affects performance ability and dramatically shortens life span.
FAMD’s scientifically sound weight loss and wellness program is a means by which employers can provide health education, lower their insurance costs, decrease employee absenteeism, improve productivity and create employee appreciation.
Did you know:
- 68% of your employees are overweight
- 48% have high cholesterol
- 33% have high blood pressure
- 6% have diabetes
- 30% have diabetes and don't know it
- 66% are taking prescription medications
- 38% will die from heart disease
Do something about it!
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