LEON’s Project

Let’s End Obesity Now

Introduction

According to the Mayo Clinic obesity can cause a plethora of health problems such as
decreased pulmonary function, increased risk for heart disease, kidney disease,
cardiometabolic disease, immune dysfunctions and so much more. Not only does it affect
one’s physical health but the American Academy of Children and Adolescent Psychiatry
found that obesity affects one’s emotional well-being. With over 16% of American children
between the ages of 10 to 17 being obese, according to The National Survey of Children’s
Health report, it is vital to begin making a positive change in our eating habits.