Zorida Pacheco AP English IVMrs. Saunders

OBESITY

Why this topic? Growing epidemic Curiosity

Prior Knowledge

WHY OBESITY?

FOUNDATION

Leading up to Obesity Family environment Eating habits

Eff ects Diabetes Mental Physical

Prevention Exercise Substitutions

Today in United States 1 out of 3 kids

BMI > 30Factors

Environment Stress

Eff ects of obesity Diabetes Sleep apnea Ache Early death

OBESITY

Approaching kidsBMI based on percentage of kids

95%, 50%, 5%Serving sizes

Milk (12 ounce cup) Weight gain

INTERESTING FACTS

Weight can be accumulated quickly if not carefulDangers of eating habits

Portion control Food & TV

BalanceOver-eating Kids can grow into their weight

WHAT DID I LEARN?

Anita PetersonRegistered DieticianNutritionist at Randolph County Health Department

WIC

MENTOR

Food Pyramid vs. My Plate

PRODUCT

Hours spent with mentor 15 hours

FINAL PRODUCT

Finding a mentorFinding time outside of school to work on Graduation

ProjectProduct

OBSTACLES

Thank you for your timeAny there any questions?

Q & A