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Fill in the blanks: According to the World Health Organization, over ___ of adults in the world are___, and approximately ___ are ___.
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a.
1.5 billion, overweight / 400 million, obese.

b.
400 million, obese / 1.5 billion, overweight.

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Which of these factors create and sustain an obesogenic environment?
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easy access to cheap fast food

b.
free or reduced cost gym memberships for low-income households

c.
giving up participation in sports in favor of sedentary activities like video games

d.
a and c

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Three key factors to consider when studying the topic of obesity include:
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a.
genetics, environment, and behaviors

b.
genetics, social status, and gender

c.
behaviors, culture, and financial status

d.
none of the above

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True or False? BMI refers to Body Mass Index and is the most commonly used way to determine obesity in children and adults.
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True

b.
False

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Some of the psychosocial consequences for obese/overweight children include:
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Low self-esteem and poor body image

b.
anxiety and depression

c.
social isolation and bullying

d.
all of the above

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Fill in the blanks: The term ____ refers to diseases of heart in which the arteries which are not functioning properly; some examples include angina, acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) and sudden cardiac death.
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a.
Stroke

b.
Type 2 Diabetes

c.
Coronary Heart Disease

d.
Obesity