...Jungman August 4, 2014 Nutrition Issues “Approximately 17 %( or 12.5 million) of children and adolescents aged 2-19 years are obese.” (CDC). Therefore, proper health and nutrition is critical to the growth and development of young children. Many of our Americans are suffering from these nutrition issues. Media and its promotion of junk food is one way that affects obese children. Throughout this paper I will discuss the long and short term impacts of obesity on children’s growth and development, describe a specific child who is affected by obesity, and three ways to combat obesity that involves collaboration among schools, families, and communities. There are short and long term impacts of childhood obesity. One short term impact is having a low self-esteem. Obese children are likely to be bullied or teased by peers at home and school. These children are likely to isolate themselves from others and also think negative about them. Long term impacts will include health problems. These health problems may include diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Obesity plays a major role in health problems, especially if you have it when young and still suffer when you are older. It is very critical to get help while you are younger. While working in the early childhood education setting for several years, I have come in contact with children who were obese. My job (Head Start) takes this nutrition issue seriously. However, I had a child recently who was obese. This child’s...
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...The treatment for obesity is in high demand right now because it is a huge epidemic within our country and because it is such a big problem physicians are coming up with new treatments to help prevent and stop obesity. Procedures such as the Lap Band and gastric bypass surgery are treatments that were not around twenty years ago but are now so common because there is such a demand for it. 2. Discuss the impact on State funds for Medicare and Medicaid. See Table 1, Estimated Adult Obesity-Attributable Percentages and Expenditures, by State (BRFSS 1998–2000). Overweight and obesity and their associated health problems (diabetes, high-cholesterol, heart disease) have had a significant economic impact on the U.S health care system. Medical expenses for the treatment of the overweight and obese accounted for 9.1 percent of total U.S. medical expenditures in 1998 and may have reached as high as $78.5 billion. Half of these costs were paid by Medicaid and Medicare (Obesity Related, n.d) 3. Speaking as a health care economist, what would you recommend to lower the costs for your particular state of residence? I would recommend my state start implementing more prevention programs in the schools to help prevent obesity at a young age. A primary reason that prevention of obesity is so vital in children is because the likelihood of obese children becoming obese adults is thought to increase from about 20 percent at four years of age to 80 percent by adolescence (Obesity, n.d). References ...
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...Health Promotion Program & Evaluation Introduction Obesity is a disease that is affecting a great number of Americans at an alarming rate. CDC reports that 35% of men and woman are currently obese in the U.S. Even though the prevalence of obesity is not significantly different between sexes. Female obesity was found in 42% of the women that were 60 and older compared to 32% of woman at the age range of 20-39 years of age (CDC.gov, 2012). In considering these statistics for the years 2009-2010, what are the chances that the number has risen dramatically over these last three to four years. In looking at the percentage in obesity in women, the percentage increases in obesity after 60 years of age. Making women aware of the current issues in obesity and lowering weight at an early age is very important. As they women age, if obese, the trends show that they have a harder time of losing the weight. The CDC reports that for Tennessee specifically adults ages 18 and over, 67% of our population is obese (CDC.gov, 2012). What are the ramifications of this? Women in the southern states are more prone to being obese and carrying it into their later years than most other American woman. Obesity can be a stepping stone to severe health problems later on in life. Issues such as HTN, cardiac problems, diabetes, orthopedic problems, the list goes on and on. Obesity is something that can be changed first; by creating awareness of the existing problem, second; by identifying what needs to...
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...ECE 214 WEEK 1 ASSIGNMENT NUTRITION ISSUES To purchase this visit here: http://www.activitymode.com/product/ece-214-week-1-assignment-nutrition-issues/ Contact us at: SUPPORT@ACTIVITYMODE.COM ECE 214 WEEK 1 ASSIGNMENT NUTRITION ISSUES Proper health and nutrition is of critical importance to the growth and development of young children, yet many American children suffer from nutrition issues. Choosing either malnutrition or obesity, address the following: 1. 1. Discuss the short- and long-term impacts of this nutrition issue on children’s growth and development. 2. Describe a specific child (within the early childhood age range of birth to age eight) who has this nutrition issue. This may be a child you know or you can describe a fictitious child. In your description, address how the child’s school day is affected by the issue and describe three specific ways the early childhood teacher addresses the issue in the school or center setting. 3. Describe three specific ways to combat this nutrition issue that involve collaboration among school, family, and community (e.g., parent education, school breakfast, and lunch programs, etc.. The paper should be three to four pages in length, in addition to the title page and the reference page. Use at least two scholarly sources in addition to your text. Your paper should also be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used...
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...Public Awareness and Human Diseases HCA/ 240 Melissa Braxton May 29, 2011 Gioia Scoppa Obesity is a major problem in society today. The current generation of children is said to be the first generation of children that will not out live their parents. In the following I will discuss an overview of obesity and a current program that educates the community about obesity. I will also discuss some ways that the program could be improved. An obese person is defined as a person who weighs 20% or more over the ideal weight for their age, height, and gender. Over 40,000,000 Americans currently are considered obese. Most people believe that obesity is caused by over eating, but that is not always the case. In some cases genetics play a part. If a child has parents that are obese it puts them at higher risk for being obese themselves. Over eating and unhealthy food is sometimes the cause. Fast food has become a booming business. With the economy the way it is both parents must sometimes work. Going to a drive thru and picking up some fast food is just more convenient and faster. This unhealthy food can do horrible things to our bodies. Another possible cause for obesity in adults and youth is a sedentary lifestyle. Most people depend on their vehicles to get them around everywhere they need to go. Individuals use elevators and escalators more than actually walking up the stairs. School programs have cut down the amount of time students spend in physical education class, if the...
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...Obesity Institution Date Analyze with substantial details the pathophysiology of Obesity Obesity is a condition whereby there is excess Accumulation of body fat. Obesity is medically defined in terms of body mass index (BMI). The BMI is the arithmetical way of coming up with the correct weight range as far as the height of an individual is concerned. Obesity is indicated when a body mass index exceeds 30kg/m2. When BMI increases it is further classified as severe, super obesity and morbid. (Campos, P. F. 2004). Obesity is a lifestyle disease which is spreading swiftly universally. Every Individuals of all age, gender and ethnicity are affected by this disease. Women are affected more than the men. The tendency to gain weight increases with the growing age. However, in the recent years alarming trend of childhood obesity has been noticed. Obesity renders an individual vulnerable to various other diseases like, coronary artery disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnoea etc. The main cause for Obesity is when the intake of the calories exceed the dissipated calories. In simple terms, when one tends to eat more than his body requirement the extra fat start depositing in the body tissues giving rise to obesity. Junk food is the main cause. Children enjoy unhealthy food items and hence are getting more affected by the rising incidences of obesity. The lack of physical activity is the other common cause for obesity. For proper digestion of the consumed food, physical...
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...Rosemarie Rojas February 6, 2013 ENG-302-BA Paper 1 Obesity It is important to understand that our country is facing obesity in an alarming rate. What is obesity? According to Mayo Clinic definition of obesity is defined as having an excessive amount of body fat (Staff). In the last two decades, adult obesity has increased by 80 percent. According to the surgeon general and the National Institutes of Health, overweight individuals are at increased risk for hypertension, stroke, cancer, psychological disorders, and other infirmities (J. Eric Oliver). Furthermore, Americans obesity will keep increasing by 42 percent by 2030 according to the Boston Globe (Neergaard). Given these disturbing statistics I believe the government can provide positive solutions to this shocking epidemic without infringing on our personal freedom. There are various ways our government can help to reverse the obesity downward spiral. One way is to make the consumer aware of their calorie intake choices by providing food facts in restaurants and fast food chains menu. In public schools we can reduce fatty, greasy, and sweet foods and incorporate tasty healthier choices. Also, the government should invest in complimentary weight rooms in public parks and recreations. If the government does not address this matter and it is left for Americans of this country to tackle this massive outbreak of obesity on their own, it might take longer to receive the message of a healthier lifestyle to the citizens...
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...disorder seen in vet practices today is obesity in canines and felines. According to PFMA (2014) over the past five years there has been an increase in concern over obesity in companion animals, with three in four dogs (77% of dog population in the UK) to be obese. A clear understanding to how and why pet obesity in the UK is now a major risk factor is caused primarily by the relationship between humans and animals. A result of lack of client education of their dietary needs with the leading cause is from feeding leftovers off the plate and insufficient exercise (Sandøe et al., 2014). Obesity in dogs and cats increases the risk of health problems such as; diabetes mellitus, cardiorespiratory disease and anaesthetic...
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...have chosen obesity 1. Describe the issue: Australia today is ranked as one of the fattest nations in the world. (monash university 2012) there are 14 million Australians overweight or obese. Obesity has over taken smoking as the leading cause of premature death and illness in Australia. Obesity has become the single biggest threat to the public health system in Australia. 2. Outline the problem for the individual with this this condition: psychologically being obese can affect your body image and damage self esteem in some cases this can cause social anxiety and depression. The most common physical problems include: * Difficulty breathing * Difficulty walking or running * Increased sweating * Pain in the knees and back * Skin conditions such as acne * Gallstones. Obese people are more likely to have the following medical conditions * High blood pressure * High cholesterol * Heart attack or stroke * Type 2 diabetes * Osteoartheritis * Cancer. 3. Discuss the impact on the community and the health care system: apart from the massive health system cost of obesity experts predict that australia’s obesity rate will keep rising, which will put an even greater strain on our health system. It is estimated by 2025 16.9 million people will be obese (medibank 2011). In 2009 (medibank 2011) the direct health cost associated with obesity related medical conditions were determined to be $1.3 billion. Obesity was associated...
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...A major component that leads to success in the food industry is marketing. The food industry is the best at manipulating and altering perceptions and persuading its customers that their product is a necessity. Big food corporations have had a major influence on the spread of obesity in America. Fed Up argues that if we want to see change we need to be the change. According to the film, kids watch an average of 4,000 food-related ads every year; that’s about 10 per day (Fed Up). Additionally, 98% of food related ads that children view is for products high in fat, sugar, and sodium (Fed Up). Fast food companies are targeting kids in their marketing strategies and it is leading to kids developing bad habits and ideas about food at an early age....
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...Health Campaign Part 1 Lisa Moran University of Phoenix HCS/535 Dr. Michelle Ross July 13, 2015 Health Campaign Part 1 Health Campaign- Part One In the United States obesity has become a chronic condition over the years, and has grown in epidemic proportions. Defining obesity as the weight of the body which is excessive to healthy people and is the greatest public health challenge currently in the United States. The World Health Organization has stated that 2.8 million adults will die due to obesity in the world (World Health Organization, 2012). This paper will discuss the resourcefulness of Healthy People 2020 to fight obesity, discuss federal, state, and local agencies assigned with managing this problem, will discuss simulations to determine and analyze obesity, define the community, and describe the epidemiologic surveillance systems and tool for monitoring obesity. Obesity in America In the United States obesity amounts have accelerated to levels greater than before. In the United States one-third of all adults are categorized as overweight (Center of Disease Control and Prevention, 2012). The initiatives started in 2000 and were restructured in 2010 and 2020. Healthy People 2000 was established in 1990 by the Department of Human and Health Services as an approach to develop healthy Americans (Center of Disease Control and Prevention, 2009). The priority areas recognized were physical fitness and nutrition. Objectives for Healthy People was republished...
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...RUNNING HEAD: CHILDHOOD OBESITY 1 Childhood Obesity C. Kevin Barr SOC120 John Meeks February 8, 2013 CHILDHOOD OBESITY 2 Childhood Obesity and the Health Concerns Obesity is such a hot topic in America today and childhood obesity and the ethical arguments over obesity has greatly increased over the last 10 years. Health problems that occur from this deadly disease is something that no one wants to talk about. When people think about health, what usually is discussed is cancer or heart disease. Not many people really think about one of the biggest issues out there that is really not taken very seriously and that is obesity. In America there are hundreds of thousands of children that are overweight. Obesity is a disease, a disease associated with many other health issues, including congestive heart problems, diabetes among other physical and mental complications associated with this disease. We will discuss throughout this paper how one of the classical theories would help resolve the problems that are associated with the dangers of childhood obesity, then discuss the perspective of society and how it relates to relativism in today's world. There are many arguments about how childhood obesity starts, who's to blame for allowing this to happen and societies ethical and moral obligation associated with fixing the problem. Who or what is to blame for the...
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...With reference to one or more case study of coastal management, discuss whether the benefits outweigh the costs. | With reference to a named country, evaluate attempts to manage population change.Name of country: | Discuss how the United Kingdom’s changing population structure is likely to affect employment in the health and care services over the next 25 years or so. | June 09 | Describe and explain the formation of landforms resulting from rejuvenation. | With specific reference to a case study of coastal erosion, assess the relative importance of its physical and socio-economic consequences. | Outline and comment on the economic and political consequences of populationchange | Describe and suggest reasons for regional variations in morbidity in the UK. | Jan 10 | Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hard engineering as a floodmanagement strategy | Explain the causes of sea level change and the formation of resultant coastal landforms. | For any two of the following types of area, summarise the contrasts between themand explain the implications of these contrasts for social welfare: * inner city * suburban * rural–urban fringe * rural settlement.Chosen areas: | Discuss the impact of obesity on people’s health and the strategies adopted to care for people with obesity | June 10 | Compare and comment on the economic and social effects of flooding in two contrasting areas of the world. | Discuss issues relating to a coastal area where soft engineering management...
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...being sold in retail pharmacy stores such as CVS and Walgreens 2. Lobby to add healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables to current grocery items being sold in retail pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens. Fruits and vegetables must be in the company product line by 2020. 3. Partner with a variety of local agencies, including the American Nurses Association to achieve greater impact. 4. Set feasible, short term goals to address the needs of the community 5. Measure community performance and adjust goals as necessary How you will convey information to various stakeholders on the need for this policy change (be sure your proposed need is substantiated by data and evidence) As a member of the American Nurses Association,...
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...Abstract The problem of childhood obesity in the United States has grown significantly in recent years. Between 16 and 33 percent of children and adolescents are obese. Obesity is among the easiest medical conditions to recognize, but most difficult to treat. Unhealthy weight gain due to poor diet and lack of exercise is responsible for over 300,000 deaths each year. (cite) In my research paper, I first will examine the differences between overweight and obesity. Next, I will discuss the contributing factors of obese. In discussing this I will break down all the contributing factors and tell how they all play a role in obesity. I will also talk about the trends of obesity and how they affect children and teens. I will also address what organization CDC is working with to fight obesity and how they plan on accomplishing this. Lastly, I will tackle the impact obesity will have on health care especially teen obesity. Obesity rates in the United States are among the highest in the world. Obesity amongst children has more than tripled in the past 30 years. The prevalence of obesity among children aged 6 to 11 years increased from 6.5% in 1980 to 19.6% in 2008. The prevalence of obesity among adolescents aged 12 to 19 years increased from 5.0% to 18.1% in 2008. Overweight and obesity are both labels for ranges of weight that are greater than what is generally considered healthy for a given height. (cite CDC website). The terms also identify ranges of weight that have been...
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