Teenage Obesity

Our world is facing a growing problem. Obesity in teens is becoming a more prevalent factor with our youth. One in five teenagers in the 13-16 age group is overweight. One in five fifteen-year-olds is considered obese. Obesity is determined when a person's body mass index, BMI, is over 30 they are considered obese. This brings a growing concern with all the health related issues caused by obesity and the rising cost of health care.As a teenager, losing weight can be easier than it is for an adult, because the body tends to burn calories much quicker. This is because teens often lead more active lifestyles. They enjoy many forms of exercise, like participating in some form of sports activity. They also enjoy walking and jogging. These types

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