can you guys give me ideas how obesity may have a huge impact or effect on society beside health problems?
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I believe that malnutrition and overnutrition ARE health problems. Another impact that obesity may have on society is the absolute predjudice that people so casually express about overweight people...even in the workplace! How hurtful that is! It must make quite a negative effect on our society - which frankly is mostly made up of overweight people.
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It isn't in the genes. We have a problem in the world with poor nutrtion. Obesity is on a major rise. This isn't a problem that they had 100 years ago. This is a problem that started with the rise of fast food chaines and convenience foods.
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Good day and CONGRATS!! Thats great that you were chosen, and it speaks volumes of your intelligence that you were the one chosen.\n\nThat being said, I would start by researching the hottest issues involved in each of these topics. For instance, a growing issue in all of todays world is that of Obesity (with regards to your Health subject.) What is intriguing about obesity is the fact that employment, economy and education typically affects this - people that are poor, live in inner cities and are uneducated tend to eat poorly, or simply dont have the access to healthy foods, thus becoming obese... \n\nGlobal warming is impacting the environment, and is a hot button issue because many beleive that it doesnt exist (global warming - not the environment!) I read yesterday of a scientific theory that perhaps spewing more pollutants into the atmosphere might be a way to create a shade effect and reduce the overall temperature of the earth - sounds like a terrible plan, doesnt it? Perhaps research that... \nSpeaking of peace and order, as well as migration, are more personal to you due to your location. Immigration of ilegal Mexicans is HUGE in America, but not so much so in the Phillippines... Im uncertain of migration issues or peace issues over there. Im aware that your homeland is close to Indonesia, the country with the largest Muslim population in the world - and we all know how peaceful those Muslims can be..... (sarcasm) Perhaps research about religion and peace - or lack thereof. I wish I could help you more on the those topics. \n\nDress neatly, but not too colorfully. Take a deep breath before you begin speaking, and remember - everyone is as nervous as you will be! Speak clearly, maintain eye contact with your audience. \n\nBest of luck!! You will represent your school and yourself in an exemplary fashion!!!
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obesity.   can be easily eliminated by turning off the television and making house and lawn repairs and maintenance.  which could benefit him greatly because he will be making his woman happy!
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Stress and..depression. Could. Lead. To all kinds of serious health problems (stomach ulcers included).
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genetics, obesity, smoking, high cholesterol and/or triglycerides, lack of exercise, placement of body fat
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http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/obesity/economic_consequences.htm
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Naw, it's just something for people to get exercised about and vent frustration.  It's not going to have any significant effect on any real problems.  It might slow the economy down somewhat, and fruits and vegetables would get a lot more expensive, and things like that.  But it's foolish to think it will fix much of anything.
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YES.\n\nObesity is an increasing public healt h risk in America. Being overweight leads to hypertension (high blood pressure) and that increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. It also leads to diabetes which in turn can lead to many bad things.  Having a poor diet will also lead to clogged arteries.\n\nEven loosing 10% of your weight can help reduce your chances of heart disease. Eating well and staying active are the two best ways to avoid heart disease.
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Yes it is. I'm currently writing a thesis on Adult Obesity myself. Obesity is a medical condition that affects not only the US but also a large percentage of the world. Furthermore it is an American epidemic. The percentage of childhood obesity increases annually. Its also a major public health problem because obesity is a well-known and proven risk factor to other diseases - such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, gallbladder disease, gout, stroke, sleep apnoea, depression and osteoarthritis of the weight-bearing joints. \n\nFor general facts on obesity, I would advise you to consult a nutrionist, a professional or a medical encyclopedia. Cheers!
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Definately weight and obesity. Man.. after your questions yesterday, it got me thinking on the subject and holy hell are people super sensitive about that subject! It doesn't matter what the question or statement is, it seems folk go straight on the defensive without even comprehending it properly. They instantly take it personally when it isn't and cry abuse if you so much as discuss it. Even though, it's a serious health problem, it seems that we can not mention the fact that someone is overweight! Oh and god help you if you use the word 'Fat'!
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WE can't stop other people's compulsions. Obesity may be a global epidemic as you call it,but I think it is up to each and every individual to stay healthy and active and exercise and eat right. I see it as being a choice. These people choose not to do anything about it. That is their own fault...not mine. Many people that are obese are at higher risk of diabetes,heart disease,etc...these people don't even listen to their doctors half the time (in my opinion,of course) So,if they aren't willing to do anything about it,why should I concern myself?
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yeah i would say its a high number, probably something like your guess of 65 or 70%. America has such a high population of obese people... its really sad, and very unhealthy.
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A good topic regarding childhood obesity is the issue of school lunches and school food. Is the public school responsible for giving the students healthier nutrition? Should vending machines, including soda machines, be allowed in the school?
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Just re-learn everything that you have learned from this society that has made obesity, according to Atlantic Monthly mag., the worst health issue in the world replacing hunger and infectious disease. Site below tells it all.
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I hear you.  We Americans need to stop consuming so much (food, energy, products) and thinking only about ourselves and start thinking of others.  You're probably right when you say that so many around the world could be fed if we would just stop eating so much and learn to share what we have.\n\nOn the other hand, obesity is not just about eating.  It's about people using food to heal their emotional and psycological pain.  The problem with that is it's so temporary.  Whereas learning why we have the problems we have and how to solve them would be a tremendous turnaround in our society.\n\nIn spite of all the self-help books and talk shows out there, we are getting worse and worse.  We keep trying to heal ourselves, when what we really need to do is connect with the One who can heal us.
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Obesity and its related problems\nDiabetes\nHigh blood pressure\nHeart disease\nCancer