The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its biennial Youth Risk Behavior Survey on Monday, highlighting improvements in nutrition and physical activity among high school students in 2025. The findings reflect the priorities of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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The survey, which provides a comprehensive view of teen health in the U.S., queried high school students nationwide and found that in 2025, more students consumed fruits and vegetables daily and drank water at least three times per day compared to 2023. Additionally, 58% of students participated in sports teams, an increase from 52% in the previous survey.
Dr. Jennifer Shuford, CDC’s chief medical officer, stated that these results align with the