In the last twenty years obesity has become a common problem in America. The majority of the obesity increase comes from lower income Americans, because why would they go to the grocery store and get fruits and vegetables that cost double the fast food, like McDonalds, Burger king, Sonic, and Arby’s, which are processed food […]
Obesity is one of the leading causes of death in America and can be defined as the excess of energy stored as fat (M Caroli, D Lagravinese 2002). Throughout the preceding years the percentage of obese people in America has been increasing at a steady rate. In the United States around 35% of the population […]
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Get startedThe obesity rate in America is at an all time high, and it is not stopping any time soon. Obesity not only affects adults but children as well. The Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines obesity as Weight that is higher than what is considered as a healthy weight for a given height. […]
As a person living and studying in America, I am witnessing a bunch of things embedded into American culture and lifestyle, of which fast-food has long been playing a key role in everyday meals of the people. In fact, Americans consume way too much convenience food for their daily meals. However, most Americans do not […]
Obesity has been a rising issue in the United States in the last couple of decades. It is estimated that approximately 34% of adults and 15-20% of children and adolescents in the U.S. are obese. (Mitchell, 2011) In order to combat these rising numbers, there have been multiple propositions on how people can prevent becoming […]
Abstract Obesity has been a growing problem in the United States. It can be defined as a medical condition whereby an individual carries more weight as compared to height, or have excess fat that affects the normal body functioning. A health specialist will record that a person is obese if the body mass index (BMI) […]
The obesity epidemic has been an issue not only throughout the whole world but specifically in the United States for quite some time now. With that being said the overweight population has far more complex health issues as well as many difficult challenges involving the health care system. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Abstract Obesity can be defined as a condition that is associated with the accumulation of excess of body fat to the extent that it expresses the potential to have adverse health affects. If a person’s bodyweight is at least twenty percent higher than what is healthy, that person can be described as obese. Although there […]
Obesity has established itself as one of the fastest growing diseases in the nation and continues to make a substantial impact on the general population today. The sheer number of individuals who can be classified as obese in the U.S. has made obesity synonymous with the identity of an American. Dietitians and Psychologists have argued […]
Abstract Obesity is weight that is higher than what is being consider health weight and that is given by the persons’ height. Too much weight can take a toll on your body and heart. We can take the proper steps to get healthier and beat obesity. BMI or Body Mass Index is a tool that […]
Introduction When it comes to obesity, the issue is becoming more of a concerning problem worldwide. Both adults and children are struggling to stay healthy due to the easy access to unhealthy food such as fast food and the lack of physical activities. In the United States, more children are battling obesity more than ever, […]
Abstract Did you know that approximately 31 percent of men and 35 percent of women are considered overweight in America, according to the U.S. Surgeon General? In other words, approximately a third of the adults in America are struggling with obesity! Obesity is a serious and dangerous problem that Americans have to constantly deal with […]
Rising Youth Obesity Rates in America and How to Lower them Chris Liberta Intro Childhood obesity is one of the biggest health risks of the 21st century. In 2014, the global number of overweight children under the age of 5 years was estimated to be over 42 million, 31 million of them living in developing […]
Over the course of forty-two years analyzation and statistical models were used to gather and provide results from one hundred and twenty-eight point nine million individuals across one-hundred eighty-nine countries to show three levels of weight from underweight, obesity, and mean BMI. Amongst these levels there are subcategories, these categories include but are not limited […]
Obesity is a growing problem in the United States. Arlene Evangelista from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, says, Obesity is a disease of epidemic proportions. 1 out of 3 Americans have obesity. Obesity as we know is a big problem in the United States. Obesity is overweightness due to a variety of things. The […]
For the first time in 2015 American’s spent more money eating out than they did on groceries (Barclay & Belluz & Zarracina, 2018). Why the increase of spending money ordering out? It is a convenience to American’s and because of these conveniences it has contributed to the increase of eating out. It was reported in […]
Abstract As a Nutrition major, I have always wondered, Why is it that in the last few decades, people around the world have been increasing in weight, especially in America? From 1990 to 2018, American obesity has grown from being 11% of the population to 35% (The State of Obesity). Why do some people have […]
Abstract Multinational companies, such as Nestle and McDonald’s, are having effects that can be seen around the world. These companies are selling their sugar-filled products, affecting the health of countries as a whole, especially in Latin American countries. McDonald’s is negatively affecting the people of countries throughout Latin America, which are experiencing a rise in […]
As a person living and studying in America, I am witnessing a bunch of things embedded into American culture and lifestyle, of which fast-food has long been playing a key role in everyday meals of the people. In fact, Americans consume way too much convenience food for their daily meals. However, most Americans do not […]
Video games have changed the world , and were transmitted in many mediums, through the computers, mobile phones, and consoles. It reached as much as 1.2 billion people in the world and this number is growing everyday” (Takahashi 2013). As the technology advances, there are more improvements in entertainment, and video games are one of […]
Why is America obese? Obesity is defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or over. BMI depends on an individual’s height, sex and age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ¨In the United States, nearly 35 percent of adults are obese¨. Obesity is now considered a chronic disease by the American Medical Association. While some people do not take their health into consideration, obesity is an ongoing epidemic in America.
There are several reasons why the obesity rate in America is increasing. Unhealthy eating and inactivity are the main contributors. Fast food and eating out has become a large part of the fast-paced lifestyle in America. According to the National Center for Health Statistics ¨ about 37% of US adults consume fast food on any given day.¨(Last name or Title of Article ). Fast foods tend to be high in calories, salt, fat and sugar which can lead to may health problems. Eating healthy is not the end of it, there has also been a decrease in physical activity. Research states that ¨ in 1960 one out of two americans had jobs that were physically active. Now it estimated that only one in five americans achieve relatively high levels of physical activity at work. Most americans do to get enough exercise. Unfortunately, not eating healthy and not being active can lead to obesity.
Being obese or overweight can have a serious impact on health. Obesity can lead to health risks such as cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure,and type two diabetes. Research states that ¨Obesity is a serious concern because it is associated with poorer mental health outcomes, reduced quality of life, and the leading causes of death in the U.S. and worldwide, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer¨ (¨Overweight & Obese¨11). Although this may sound affecting enough, other factors may also sound scary. Medical expenses related to obesity is increasing. According to Public Health ¨Per capita, the cost of medical care for obese patients is estimated to be somewhere between 36% to 150% higher than for non-obese patient¨.
There are many ways to prevent obesity. Eating healthy and physical activity are among the most effective methods. According to Stanford Health Care ¨Many of the strategies that produce successful weight loss and maintenance will help prevent obesity. Improving your eating habits and increasing physical activity play a vital role in preventing obesity.¨ (¨Obesity Prevention¨,1). For example, eating healthy may include eating five to six servings of fruits and vegetable daily, choosing whole grains over processed foods, and avoid eating out and drinking sugary beverages. Physical activity is another important factor. Research states ¨Get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a combination of moderate and vigorous activity. The guidelines suggest that you spread out this exercise during the course of a week. Even small amounts of physical activity are helpful, and accumulated activity throughout the day adds up to provide health benefit¨.
In conclusion,obesity is an ongoing epidemic in America. Obesity’s main contributors are inactivity and unhealthy eating. Not eating healthy and staying active can lead to serious health risks such as heart disease, type two diabetes and depression. Being obese or overweight can cause medical expenses to increase. Eating health and physical activity are among the most effective ways to prevent obesity. Being educated and aware if this epidemic can help influence future generations.
