With two-thirds of the American workforce overweight, evidence of a health crisis is mounting. Yet, despite such skyrocketing statistics, employers often lack choices and time to dedicate to finding a corporate weight loss program that fits. A 2013 ConscienHealth study of 5,000 employees found nearly 60% stated their employers dont provide for fitness training, dietitian counseling, obesity drugs or bariatric surgery.
Despite this lack of support, Reuters reports nearly 40% of companies will institute higher insurance premiums or deductibles for employees who dont meet certain health standards associated with obesity.
