Summaries of the sources
In this section of the study guide, we will summarize the three materials you are asked to use in your manuscript and outline the main ideas in each of them.
The Obesity Epidemic
- Author: CDC-TV
- Genre: Video Transcript
- Year of Publication: 2011
The video was released by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion in the United States.
The video is focused on the causes of the obesity epidemic and presents various preventive measures local communities have introduced to fight this health issue.
Figures show that obesity is a serious health issue in the United States, both among adults and children.
Quoted experts say that obesity has become a national problem due to changes in lifestyle standards in America. Nowadays, people have less time to cook, and unhealthy products are often cheaper than healthy ones. Furthermore, the access to healthy food and the infrastructure that promotes an active lifestyle is limited.
Acknowledging that obesity is a serious problem has motivated some communities to take preventive measures. Individuals are encouraged to eat more fruits and vegetables...
