Overweight & Obese

According to the CDC: More than 1/3 of American adults are obese. Obesity is seen in all income and education levels Overweight & Obesity are one of leading causes in heart disease. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the America.

American Killer

We joke about it!

We promote it!

Accepting Society

According to the CDC: 17% of Children ages 9-12 are obese. This number has almost tripled since 1980. 1 in 7 preschool-aged children of low-income status is obese.

Childhood Obesity

1. Genetic 2. Consuming more calories than we burning off.

Not enough exercise Too much food intake

What are the Causes?

We got a pill for that!

Alittle nip/tuck?

Treatment?

 Nutrition Incorporate physical activity into daily life. Exercise program Get involved, physically!

Where to Start?

 Dont be a slave to the scale. Cheat meals are okay. Exercise is not a chore. Dont have unrealistic expectations!!

Lifestyle

Bethany Beathard CNA, MAT Kinesiology Student PT Aide Student