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Analyze and explain the associated health problems of the obesity epidemic and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating.
Write a response of at least 350 words that explains the associated health problems of the obesity epidemic and eating disorders. Address the following:
- Describe the risks associated with excess body fat.
- Discuss at least five factors that influence the obesity epidemic.
- Assess the various techniques for measuring body fat.
- Explain the various strategies for weight loss.
- What are some health problems associated with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder? Explain how each of the eating disorders mentioned may lead to health problems. What are the treatment options for these disorders?
Include references with citations in APA format.
The Grading Guide for Body Fat and Eating Disorders will be used for this assignment.
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Running Head: BODY FAT AND EATING DISORDER
Body Fat and Eating Disorder
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BODY FAT AND EATING DISORDER
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Body Fat and Eating Disorder
Eating disorder increases body fat resulting in health problems that are lifethreatening. The primary causes of the condition include inactivity and unhealthy eating. The
paper addresses factors that influence obesity, related health problems and some strategies to
curb the issue.
Excess body fat has been attributed to an array of health risks that tend to be lifethreatening. The condition causes type 2 Diabetes, Cancer, stroke, heart disease and
pregnancy complications. Campbell, 2017, ascertains that about 18 million people live with
type 2 diabetes of whom 85% are overweight. She further reveals that 20% of women and
14% of men diagnosed with cancer have been attributed to excess body fat. Overweight leads
to high blood pressure, increased...
