Must, Jacques, Dallal, Bajema,
& Dietz, 1992).
The dramatic rise in obesity over the past three decades occurred at the same time as major environmental,
social, and lifestyle changes. These days, Americans consume more fast foods and sugary drinks than ever before;
processed foods are low-cost and readily available; and
people engage in more sedentary leisure time activities
such as viewing television or using electronic devices
(Hill, Wyatt, Reed, & Peters, 2003). Overweight is a
result of a calorie…
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