1. OBESITY Obesity is when a person is carrying too much body fat for their height and sex

2. Obesity- How serious is the problem?

3. Some of the recent headlines reveal that obesity is a major issue for young people

5. What are the health problems associated with obesity?

6. Dangers of obesity Diabetes (kidney failure, blindness, limb amputations) Heart Disease Stroke Cancer Reduces life expectancy by 9 years

7. 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

8. 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.