Category: Obesity

This essay shall discuss the health issue of obesity, a social health problem that is, unfortunately, growing at a rapid rate. More people are becoming obese at present due to much easier access to unhealthy foods and less effort to maintain a regular exercise routine for fitness. For example, in America, the convenience brought about…

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Implementation Evaluation Dissemination Conclusion References Abstract With the increasing cases of individuals suffering from obesity in the whole world, the healthcare provision sector has put in place ways that can make it possible to reduce its spread to a higher limits. The number of those infected is high among those…

This week I have been working on a project that analyzes the relationship between obesity and other diseases. In this regard, Hauner (2016) maintains that nowadays, an increasing number of people suffer from having excess weight. The author argues that the main reason behind such a trend is the lifestyle changes, which implies that people…

Table of Contents Introduction Pressure on Parents Influence of the External Environment Genetic Factors Counterargument Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Childhood and adolescent obesity have recently reached epidemic levels in the United States. About 17% of children in the United States are obese (Derks et al., 2017). Being overweight is a chronic disease characterized by excessive…

Obesity Prevention Policy State healthcare policy in Texas consists of and is based on laws and regulations regarding the proper functioning of the state healthcare system. As part of an effective health care system, state citizens receive medical services to diagnose, treat, and prevent various diseases. The healthcare system may also refer to policies related…

Table of Contents Introduction Obesity Causes Physical Exercise Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Obesity is a chronic, recurring disease, and the prevalence rate of obesity in both economically developed countries and developing countries is comparable to the epidemic. The development of obesity is based on the fact of a prolonged, positive energy balance, which occurs when…

Table of Contents Introduction Prevalence of Obesity Effects of Television Watching and Links to Obesity Risks Associated with Obesity Conclusion References Introduction Obesity has become one of the most rampant health issues among people of all ages in the United States. It is vital to understand what factors contribute to this problem, as obesity leads…

Table of Contents Abstract Main Body Background information Prevalence Causes of obesity Literature review Implications for school health Recommendations Conclusion References Abstract Obesity is a medical condition that has been on the rise since the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Obesity is a global concern but it affects specific areas, which has raised concern…

Obesity in adults (particularly parents) is not only likely to have an impact on them but also sways the possibility of obesity in their children due to common genes or environmental aspects (Simmonds, Llewellyn, Owen, & Woolacott, 2016). The perception that obesity runs in the family has been backed by Simmonds et al. (2016) and…

In children suffering from obesity, is the education of parent in healthy lifestyle for the children compared with medication treatment, increase the outcome and prevention of obesity. Introduction and Background The incidence of overweight and obesity among children have become a global concern that is associated with increased health complications. According to Karnik and Kanekar…