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New Report Shows by 2030 13 States Could Have Obesity Rates Topping 60%

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According to the CDC, in Mississippi 35% of adults that are obese. That's the highest percentage in the nation.

A new report shows by 2030, 13 states could have obesity rates topping 60%.

Some experts say it's tough to predict future weight trends.

A weight-loss challenge is also proposed by the report.

It says, if all adults reduce their body mass index by 5%, states would save billions on health care.

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