Why participate?

Latinas are at greater risk for obesity and type 2 diabetes than non-Hispanic White women

Latinas with overweight improve their health by losing at least 5% of their body weight

The risk of obesity is especially high in Mexican-American families

Participating in a lifestyle program results in significant weight loss in Mexican-American mothers and daughters

Latinas are less likely to participate in weight loss programs than non-Hispanic White women

You represent women in your community and your participation helps us learn how to better provide care for your community