Church Quote by David Katz
“Epidemic obesity is an enormous problem. It's a pendulum that's swung too far. We have to swing it back. So it should come as no surprise that solution must be built from the ground up on the banks of this flooding river and it must be raised to a height higher than flood waters. Now what does that look like? It looks like policies and programs that cultivate healthy levels of physical activity, healthy dietary patterns in homes, in schools, in supermarkets, in neighborhoods, in clinics, in churches, in workplaces, throughout our society, every place we can reach people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Health Forum, 2020
He frames obesity as a societal pendulum needing a comprehensive, multi‑level response that builds healthy habits across all community settings.
In simple terms: Obesity requires broad, community‑wide health actions.
Key Takeaway
Build health programs everywhere.
Themes
public health
obesity epidemic
community action
policy
prevention
Mood
urgent
hopeful
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- schools
- workplaces
- churches
- clinics
- neighborhoods
Key Concepts
nutrition
physical activity
environmental design
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies most effectively promote active lifestyles?
- How can communities sustain long‑term health initiatives?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be hindered by political and economic barriers.
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