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Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Consumption Among Adults in NC: Percent of Adults (Race/Ethnicity) reporting consumption of one or more SSBs per day
Current Value
31.1%
Definition
Comparison
Story Behind the Curve
Over recent years, the state's total adult, self-reported, daily consumption (one or more) of sugar-sweetened beverages hovered between approximately 30% (in 2021) and 37% (in 2022). It was just over 32% in 2023.
This trend closely aligns data for the state's Black, Hispanic and white adult populations.
Indicator Notes
Definition:
The percent of adults self-reporting consumption of one or more sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) per day.
Why is this Important?
Consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) is directly linked to obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and dental problems. Obesity is one of the largest contributors to morbidity and mortality in the United States (for both youth and adults). To address rising obesity rates among all age groups. recent public health efforts strive to decrease SSB consumption among the population. [HNC 2030]
Additional Information:
Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a random telephone survey of state residents aged 18 and older. The survey collects information on health behaviors and preventive health practices related to the leading causes of death and disability. [NC SCHS]
Further Information and Links:
https://schs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/units/stat/brfss/https://www.cdc.gov/brfss/index.html
https://www.cdc.gov/brfss/index.html
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