BMI is a poor indicator of health and and even poorer indicator of whether one takes care of themselves. In the US, unhealthy food is abundant and strongly adve

BMI is a poor indicator of health and and even poorer indicator of whether one takes care of themselves. In the US, unhealthy food is abundant and strongly advertised. Much of the country is sprawl where the only way to really get around is by car. People are more stressed and work longer hours & don't have the time to cook for themselves or exercise. The US lacks universal healthcare, some people live in food deserts where healthy food is not accessible, etc. The United States has such terrible infrastructure and social programs that it's unfair to pin people's poor health entirely on their own decisions