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This is very interesting, being obese can shorten your life as much as smoking. In the U.S. about 20% of people smoke and 1/3 of the population is obese. This makes the U.S. the fatest country that society has ever known.

For the two doing research on child obesity and health benefits.

People who are 100 lbs or more over weight are trimming about 10 years off of their life. 66% of adults in the U.S. are obese and are shortening their life.

This article is interesting, it takes a different take on obesity. Harvard takes an outlook on obesity stemming from mental health linked to anxiety and depression.

Facts sheet from 2009, including behavior of teens. Obesity, tobacco, drug use, and sexual behaviors/risks are displayed.

Obesity does not only have a physical effect on people, it creates a psychological one as well. It can cause behavior changes in children and mood swings which can lead to suicide in adults.

This article lists reasons why fast food leads to children obesity. One major effect of fast food is carrying extra body weight and fat. Overtime the excess calories will cause obesity.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A healthy diet is one that helps maintain or improve general health. It is important for lowering many chronic health risks, such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, hypertension and cancer.[1] A healthy diet involves consuming appropriate amounts of all essential nutrients and an adequate amount of water.

Being overweight doesn't only effect you physically but mentally as well. It may be difficult mentally to go out in public or go shopping for clothing. It can be a psychological hinderance