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Why are Hawaiians fat?

Updated: 4/29/2024
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13y ago

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It is unfair and wrong to generalize all Hawaiians as being fat. It is wrong is because it is incorrect. It is true that Hawaiian Islanders come from similar stock to the natives of the South Pacific Islands, and these peoples have physiological differences that include a very stocky build. This may be best typified by the Samoans, but can be seen in a number of South Pacific Island peoples. Further, the people of Hawaii are not necessarily "fat" per se, as people in almost all developed countries are averaging weight gains when demographic data are looked at. The people in the U.S. are generally "heavier" than they were in the past, and the issue has grown into one of public health. The CDC now tracks statistics relating to obesity.

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12h ago

There is no single reason why some individuals in Hawaii may be overweight. Factors contributing to obesity can include diet, lifestyle choices, genetics, socioeconomic status, and cultural influences. It is important to avoid making generalizations about a specific group of people based on assumptions or stereotypes.

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