Our Weight: It’s Gaining On Us By Kerry Pechter Tue, Sep 25, 2012 SHARE ON: TwitterFacebookLinkedIn Since the late 1980s, America’s average Body Mass Index, or BMI, has been climbing rapidly. As a result, we’re losing life expectancy relative to people in other rich countries. Already a subscriber? Log in here This article is FREE for you... Create a free account to access this article and get more Retirement Income Journal information sent to you by newsletter. Email Password Or, subscribe now for unlimited access and a free book sent to you! By submitting your email address you agree for Retirement Income Journal to send you communication by email