Kinesiology-Careers

Kinesiology Careers

Wellness, exercise, and nutrition occupations are in dire need in one of the world’s most obese countries. Kinesiology is also encompassed by this pool of occupations, including healthcare workers related directly to professional athletes and sports; what better occupation could you find in the reliable, high-paying healthcare industry if you’re a sports or general health enthusiast?

To learn more about wellness, exercises, and nutrition occupations, feel free to request additional information. Alternatively, check out these facts and the further reading below:

  • Hunter-gatherers in the Australian outback live on 800 varieties of plants. By contrast, Americans primarily live on three: corn, soy, and wheat.
  • One third of Americans get 47% of their calories from junk food- young people and college students are a sizable portion of this.
  • The average American eats 300 more calories a day than he or she would have in 1985. Added sweeteners account for 23% of those additional calories; added fats account for 24%.
  • Vitamin D deficiency is a national epidemic. This could lead to Diabetes, sclerosis, arthritis, periodontal disease, and more.
  • The price of fresh fruit has risen 40% in real dollars since 1985. By contrast, the price of soft drinks has dropped by 23% in real dollars.
  • Ten cups of green tea per day delayed cancer in Japanese women by almost 9 years and Japanese men by over 3 years.
  • There are hopeful trends to combat nutrition in America, including organic and local agriculture.

Interested in starting your career in nutrition, well-being, or kinesiology? Request more information or check out these programs on exciting wellness, exercise, and nutrition careers.