The document discusses obesity in children and adolescents. It states that 1 in 5 children are overweight or obese, and the number of obese children has more than tripled since 1985. About 80% of obese adolescents will become obese adults. Changing societal factors like increased availability of unhealthy foods, larger portions, and decreased physical activity are contributing to rising obesity rates in children. Obesity can lead to health issues like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and liver problems. Maintaining a healthy diet and being physically active are important to prevent obesity and promote overall wellness.

1. OBESITYLack of Physical Activity and Unhealthy Food Choices =

2. The Scary Reality Is.....One in five children and adolescents are either overweight or obese.

3. From 1985 to 1995 the number of overweight 7–15 year olds almost doubled.

4. The numbers of obese children has more than tripled.

5. About 80 per cent of obese adolescents will become obese adults.

6. At the current rate, it is predicted that 65 per cent of young Australians will be overweight or obese by 2020.(Website Source: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Obesity_in_children)

7. Did you know?Obesity is the leading cause of preventable death, next to smoking!

8. The number of overweight children in Australia has doubled in recent years, with a quarter of children considered overweight or obese.(Website Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkS2bhF-ljg)

9. What health problems associated with obesity ?Type 2 diabetes

10. Eating disorders

11. Orthopedic disorders

12. Liver problems, including fatty liver

13. Respiratory disorders

14. Sleep apnea

15. Cardiomyopathy – a problem with the heart muscle, caused when extra effort is needed to pump blood. (Website Source: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Obesity_in_children)

16. So what are the causes?Changing Society

17. Food Choices

18. Lack of Physical Activity

19. Family Eating Habits(Website Source: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Obesity_in_children)

20. Some examples include:Cost of food has decreased.