Obesity

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Obesity

• By Amy Starinski
• November 5, 2004

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Prevalence
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Even our pets
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How did this happen?

• Increased inactivity

• More fast food
• and convenience foods

• Hectic life-style

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Why is it important?
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What can we do?

• Eat a well-balanced diet
• Try to avoid excess
• sweets and fast food
• Increase our physical activity

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References I will use

• American Obesity Association
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• American Heart Association
• American Dietetic Association

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Wrapping Up