Charles Williams
UNV-104
May 11, 2014
Jason Williams
Exercise and Obesity A lack of exercise is a worldwide problem that leads to obesity. The global population refuses to be more mobile which cause heart disease, along with many other gravely illnesses. People try to take short cuts by consuming diet foods, cutting calories, or go as far to have an operation to reduce their (BMI) body mass index. Because of the unhealthy nature of mankind this has cost society billions of dollars in medical cost. We can see less children exercising and becoming more obese by the day because they are less prone to get out and move around. People can be a healthier society by eating healthy, taking part in physical activity, and commitment. Eating healthy with proper exercise can be the key to unlock a long life of well-being. Most people have been raised on an unhealthy diet with things like fast food, processed foods, and foods with a high fat content. Children today struggle with the fact they want to eat every meal from a box and when they are prepared something that’s healthy they won’t eat it. Things like carrots, greens, and fruits are just a few foods that will put them on a path to healthy living. The schools are starting to incorporate healthier foods on the menus and in the vending machines, and they are taking out the sugary soft drinks and snacks. Children need to become more involved in physical activity in order to maintain a healthy (BMI) body mass index. Youths don’t engage in outdoor activities as they should in order to get the exercise they need so they can keep a healthy body weight and fight obesity. Normal weight youths should get a minimum of one hour of continuous physical activity everyday of the week or most everyday to prevent becoming overweight. (Strong et al.2005). Another research shows to effectively decrease body fat, youths