Coventry and Health
In the West Midlands:
- 23% of men and 29% of women are obese. A further 43% of men and 31% of women are overweight.
- Eating at least five portions of fruit and veg per day is recommended, but less than a quarter of men and women meet this recommendation. On average, men in the West Midlands eat only 3.2 portions per day and women 3.4 portions.
- Only 40% of people are moderately physically active (equivalent to brisk walking) for at least 30 minutes, five days a week.
A Green group on Coventry City Council would lobby for more public education campaigns on healthy eating and exercise. Last September, the Lady Godiva Half Marathon was a great event. We would also expand fruit and veg programmes in local schools.
- 23% of men and 29% of women are obese. A further 43% of men and 31% of women are overweight.
- Eating at least five portions of fruit and veg per day is recommended, but less than a quarter of men and women meet this recommendation. On average, men in the West Midlands eat only 3.2 portions per day and women 3.4 portions.
- Only 40% of people are moderately physically active (equivalent to brisk walking) for at least 30 minutes, five days a week.
A Green group on Coventry City Council would lobby for more public education campaigns on healthy eating and exercise. Last September, the Lady Godiva Half Marathon was a great event. We would also expand fruit and veg programmes in local schools.
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