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Guidelines for Childhood Obesity Debate Each week I need you to submit this piece of paper, with the required questions answered as well as the bullet points and research completed before class. Each debate will be due at noon the day of the debate, but please do not wait until the last minute to do it. Please bring your computer or copy of your debate paper to class for the class debate/discussion. You do not need to memorize your facts, however, you will not be allowed to type or alter your document after the debate starts. Typing while people are talking is inconsiderate and part of your grade is your ability to listen and respect your classmates. First, answer the following questions. Each answer can just be placed under the question. These answers need to be typed up and submitted with your bullet points below to show you have an understanding of the subject. You don’t need to use peer-reviewed sources for this first part, but do reference where you found the information.  What is childhood obesity? It is a medical condition when a child is overweight for her/ his height and age  What is the definition of an overweight child? How is this calculated? A child is classified as either being overweight based on their Body Mass Index (BMI). The BMI is calculated from a person’s weight in kilograms and height in meters.  Why is it highly debated? Because child obesity can bring serious consequences such as more immediate and future health risks.  What is the prevalence of childhood obesity? According to CDC for children and adolescents aged 2-19 years in 2017-20181,the prevalence of obesity was 19.3% and affected about 14.4 million children and adolescents; Obesity prevalence was 13.4% among 2- to 5-year-olds, 20.3% among 6- to 11-year-olds, and 21.2% among 12- to 19-year-olds; Childhood obesity is also more common among certain populations; Obesity prevalence was 25.6% among Hispanic children, 24.2% among non-Hispanic Black children, 16.1% among non-Hispanic White children, and 8.7% among non-Hispanic Asian children.

 How many kids have type 2 diabetes (not type 1)?  What are the possible short-term and long-term consequences of childhood obesity? The short-term consequences are: High blood pressure and high cholesterol, which are risk factors for cardiovascular disease, increased risk of impaired glucose tolerance, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes, breathing problems, such as asthma and sleep apnea, joint problems and musculoskeletal discomfort. Long term problems are: Children who have obesity are more likely to become adults with obesity. Adult obesity is associated with increased risk of several serious health conditions including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. If children have obesity, their obesity and disease risk factors in adulthood are likely to be more severe.  What is insulin resistance? How does it develop in kids? Insulin resistance happens when the body doesn't respond properly to insulin, making it harder for glucose to enter the cells. It is developed as a consequence of obesity.  What percentage of overweight kids also have overweight parents? A child with one obese parent has a 50 percent chance of being obese. When both parents are obese, their children have an 80 percent chance of obesity.  Does childhood obesity disproportionately affect any ethnicity or socioeconomic status? Yes, the child obesity problem is particularly prevalent among minority groups and those with lower family incomes.  If you find a good video on the topic, please email it to me and I may show it to the class Obesity Video Ted TAlk Second, please complete the following bullet points:  Write 10 bullet statement points on either side of the argument (or both sides of the argument if you are in-between). You must have some on both sides, but it does not have to be equal just as long as the total number equals 10. Each one of your points should have a clear reference to a credible (peer-reviewed) source  Every single bullet point should contain concrete data, such as percentages, statistics, and/or references to study outcomes

 Use between 6-10 credible, peer-reviewed sources for the bullet points above. I will check your sources to make sure they are from peer-reviewed journals.  Make a work cited page, either MLA or APA format is fine.  Write a final summary paraph stating your final position on the subject. Thinking points on this week’s debate. They are just things to think about while you consider your position and complete your research. They do not need to be directly answered but just used to guide your research and debate. These are just a few of the many thoughts that can be considered. If you find another point of view or thought you want to explore, please do not limit yourself. It will all contribute to an interesting and productive debate.  Whose responsibility is it to make sure kids eat healthy—parents, government, schools, food companies?  Do food companies have any responsibility?  Do schools have any responsibility?  Do parents have any responsibility?  Does the government have any responsibility?  What is the responsibility of the children themselves?  What role does school food (breakfast/lunch) play in the childhood obesity crisis?  Do food companies advertise to children? What types of food do they advertise? Is this ethical?  Do food companies advertise to parents? What types of food do they advertise? Is this ethical?  How involved do you think the government should be in regulating foods that contribute to the childhood obesity epidemic. Should things like banning artificial ingredients, taxing nutrient empty food at a higher rate, or putting strong restrictions on schools regarding the food they sell and serve be allowed?

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