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SO00

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on: Jul 12, 2018
Discuss four environmental factors that contribute to obesity.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Aging has no effect on a person's body weight.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer:
 Many neighborhoods lack sidewalks, which makes walking more difficult and encourages driving.
 Long work/school days combined with long commute times leave people little time for exercise.
 Most people are stressed and reach for comfort foods.
 Few people have the time to cook, and many turn to fast food as an option.
 Most menu items at fast food restaurants are high in fat and calories.
 Food advertisements focus on calorically dense, nutritionally lacking foods.
 Some neighborhood supermarkets have limited selection and lack a variety of healthy options.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE


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