Why America's Veterans Deserve Nutritional Education, Not Just Compensation: The Nutritional Crisis We Can't Ignore
- Posted on October 7, 2025
- By International Business Times
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Why America's Veterans Deserve Nutritional Education, Not Just Compensation: The Nutritional Crisis We Can't Ignore

According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 64% of female veterans and 76.1% of male veterans are classified as overweight or obese. In addition, food insecurity is more prevalent among veterans than in the general population, with rates ranging from 6% to 24%.