Obesity Video Summary

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The video began with some startling facts that showed how severe obesity has become. It really surprised me and opened my eyes to how much of an issue obesity really is. It was said that obesity costs this country almost ten percent of the national medical budget, while one in three adults and one in six children are currently obese. This is a serious issue that can be easily prevented, but it has gotten out of hand. Obesity can potentially cause serious issues such as heart disease, diabetes, or even cancer. This is why it’s so important to get people back into shape. The video gave some great solutions to these problems. They suggested that people eat more fruits and vegetables, while they cut back on foods that are high in fat and sugar

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