What do you know about obesity in children?
I have to write a persuasive essay for English class. I chose to write about obesity in children. I need to prove that food isn't the only reason that kids are obese. I have that kids don't get enough excersise, but I need three examples of genetics and two examples of why their parents come into play. I also need a You might think that… but you're wrong because… Please help
P.S. 7th grade, don't use too many things that I won't understand please.
Causes
There are many factors that contribute to causing child and adolescent obesity – some are modifiable and others are not.
Modifiable causes include:
Physical Activity – Lack of regular exercise.
Sedentary behavior – High frequency of television viewing, computer usage, and similar behavior that takes up time that can be used for physical activity.
Socioeconomic Status – Low family incomes and non-working parents.
Eating Habits – Over-consumption of high-calorie foods. Some eating patterns that have been associated with this behavior are eating when not hungry, eating while watching TV or doing homework.
Environment – Some factors are over-exposure to advertising of foods that promote high-calorie foods and lack of recreational facilities.
Non-changeable causes include:
Genetics – Greater risk of obesity has been found in children of obese and overweight parents.