Obesity prevalence in large US cities: association with socioeconomic indicators, race/ethnicity and physical activity

Background Obesity has a complex association with socioeconomic factors. Further clarification of this association could guide population interventions. Methods To determine the relationship between obesity prevalence, socioeconomic indicators, race/ethnicity, and physical activity, we performed a cross-sectional, multivariable linear regression, with data from large US cities participating in the Big Cities Health Inventory. Results Increased...