OBESITYObesity is when a person is carrying too much body

fat for their height and sex

Obesity-How serious is the

problem?

Some of the recent headlines reveal that obesity is a major issue for

young people

What are the health problems associated

with obesity?

Dangers of obesity • Diabetes (kidney failure, blindness,

limb amputations)• Heart Disease• Stroke • Cancer• Reduces life expectancy by 9 years

What can we do about it?• Eat regularly –three meals a day• Eat food to suit your lifestyle- the

more active you are the more energy you will need.

• If you do not exercise-then you will need less food .

• Drink fruit juice or sugar free soft drinks instead of fizzy mineral

• Be as active as possible- aim for at least 30 minutes everyday

• Eat a healthy, balanced diet, including at least five portions of fruit and vegetables every day

• Cut down on saturated fat and sugar• Try to eat less salt- no more than 6g a day • Drink plenty of water• Don’t skip breakfast.