Obesity in the United States

and the topic of obesity. Little do people know obesity is more common in the United States than people realize. The obesity rate continues to rise every year. Mississippi is considered the “most obese” state in the United States. Is it because they do not care? The United States is one of the most obese countries in the world; American obesity is due to eating out frequently, the cost of healthy food being more expensive, and lack of exercise. Not many people realize how obesity can affect…

Modern Rhetoric Dan Platt 10/19/2015 What is the most significant cause of obesity? In my personal believe the number one cause of obesity in the United States is fast food. The next cause in child obesity I would say is parents. Fast food is not only unhealthy but truthfully it’s not even food. The United States is one of the biggest countries with the most overweight or obese people. Obesity is everywhere in the United States not just adults but in kids as well. With today’s technology kids…

Would it be reasonable to have the government pass an official law that states the limit to how many sugary drinks we are allowed to have? Sugary drinks seem to raise a very prominent question, in the American society. To many, it may seem, not understandable but unforcedly it should be in effect in our daily lifestyles. Drinking too many sugary drinks is one of the factors that lead to obesity. There should be a ban on drinks over the size of 16 ounces, in public spaces such as restaurants,…

Obesity in America The United States is ranked as the nineteenth most obese country in the world compared any other nation. The lack of exercise and the right nutrition that many Americans need, causes them to become obese. The increase of obesity in a person can create higher risks of becoming diabetic; obesity is one of the many reasons why humanity has so many health issues. Not only has Obesity always been a problem back then and even now, but as the years go on, obesity will be increased…

controversy that America is faced with today is whether or not to consider obesity, one of the top health concerns amongst americans today, a disease or not. Obesity does appear to fit some of the criteria that is required to be considered a disease, and there are certain exceptions where individuals are born with genetic disorders that enable them to gain more body fat than is necessary for a healthy body. However, obesity should not be labeled as a disease because not all are overweight…

Childhood Obesity Childhood obesity is society’s fault. Obesity in general has nearly tripled since the 1970’s. Adverse side effects are a direct result of childhood obesity and/or being overweight. 1 in 5 children and teens in the United States has obesity or is borderline obese because of fast food advertisements, and socio-economic issues. Fast food from franchise restaurants and junk food from stores are much cheaper than organic vegetables or healthy foods in general. Childhood obesity has…

Obesity is a problem is the United States that mostly affects kids, teenagers, and adults. Parents have a huge impact on obesity because their children follow their footsteps. One of the impacts that parents make are choosing how much and what type of food that their children eat. Obesity can cause many serious health problems, so it is very important to monitor the causes of obesity. Obesity is a growing problem in the United States of America; obesity in America is caused by eating fast…

Obesity is a disease that many Americans develop over the course of their lives. What makes obesity, such a serious matter is that it is the leading cause of life-threatening diseases such as cancer, heart failure, diabetes, and even depression. To make matters worse, the United States had the highest rate of obesity and are estimated that about ¾ of the American population will likely to be overweight or obese by 2020, according to Wikipedia. This is just not for adults, it is also for children…

food restaurants is the growing epidemic known as childhood obesity. Children across the nation are plagued by fast food restaurants and unhealthy diets. In fact, only about 2% of American children have healthy diets that don’t consist of fast food ("10 Surprising Facts About Childhood Obesity."). Unfortunately, the unhealthy choices provided by fast food restaurants are simply encouraging the obese children of America. If the childhood obesity issue continues to grow, obese children will…

Obesity Overview The United States is currently in the midst of an epidemic. Obesity is plaguing our population. According to the State of Obesity, adult obesity rates now exceed 35 percent in five states, 30 percent in 25 states, and 25 percent in 46 states. These statistics remain staggering and jaw dropping. Take for instance that according to the CDC more than 1/3 (36.5%) of adults are obese in the United States. Obesity can cause many other co-morbidity conditions too. This includes but is…