Childhood Obesity | Consumption of fast food and sugary beverages

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Table of Contents
Introduction:....................................................................................................................................2
Discussion:.......................................................................................................................................2
Consumption of fast food and sugary beverages:........................................................................2
Physical inactivity:.......................................................................................................................3
Genetic factors:............................................................................................................................3
Conclusion:......................................................................................................................................4
References:......................................................................................................................................5

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Introduction:
In the 21st century, one of the most significant public health challenges faced by this
world is childhood obesity. Urban areas of several low and middle-income nations are affected
by this problem. Because of childhood obesity, children of this generation are significantly
overweight for his height and age. The number of overweight children is increasing, which is
disturbing because it can lead to several health problems and social problems. There are various
causes and effects of childhood obesity. This report aims to analyse the causes of childhood
obesity. Among several causes of childhood obesity, three causes will be discussed in this report
which is the consumption of fast food and sugary beverages, physical inactivity, and genetic
factors.
Discussion:
For several reasons, the number of overweight children is increasing. In this part, three
causes of childhood obesity will be analysed.
Consumption of fast food and sugary beverages:
In modern society, polygenic obesity is the common form of childhood obesity where due
to food abundance and physical inactivity children gain weight. In recent times, consumption of
fast food is increasing which is connected with childhood obesity. Fast food, served by the
restaurants, contains low nutritional values, minerals and an excessive number of calories
(Gurnani, Birken & Hamilton, 2015). Due to globalisation, the structure of the family is
changing. As a result of this, children of working parents prefer these fast-food restaurants.
Children of this generation are preferring high fat and sugary foods instead of healthier foods.