ESSAY ON: Obesity - An American Epidemic

Number of Pages 10

This research paper: This 10 page paper provides an overview of obesity in the U.S. The definition and diagnostic criteria are presented first, followed by the prevalence of obesity in the world and in the U.S. Specific data are given for children, adolescents and adults in terms of percentages overweight and obese. Nearly one-third of Americans are obese and over 60 percent are overweight. Health problems associated with obesity are discussed. Ideas about the etiology of obesity are reported. The last section includes comments on treatment. Startling statistical data included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.


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