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Obesity has led to how many premature deaths?
300,000 premature deaths
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Why is obesity labeled as a disease?
Because it is a life-threatening issue
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What are some of the main causes of obesity?
Some of the causes of obesity include, lack of exercise, bad diets, food ads, television, electronic devices, school, and heredity.
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Does obesity affects all ages?
Yes, one of eight preschool students is obese, and this figure is even higher for children living in poverty.
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What are some risks overweight youths face?
High-blood pressure, joint problems, rejection from peers, risk of developing into heavy adults, heart disease, and Type II diabetes.
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How is obesity related to poor academic and personal success?
Health issues (high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease) and rejection from peers.
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What percent of students who consume school lunches are more likely to become obese?
Students who consume school lunches regularly are 29% more likely to be obese.
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What are some ways you, as a teacher, can help prevent obesity?
Informing students about healthy eating, have discussions about healthy foods and how those foods can make a difference.
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How do schools contribute to obesity?
They have vending machines full of junk food, school lunches are loaded with cheap,high-energy,low nutrition foods, and decrease amount of time in P.E. class.
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