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Obesity in African-Americans in Florida


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Obesity in African-Americans in Florida
An examination of the epidemiology, causes, and potential solutions to obesity among African-Americans today.
2,122 words (approx. 8.5 pages) | 6 sources | MLA | 2005 United States


Paper Summary:

This paper provides a discussion of the epidemiology and incidence of obesity for African-Americans, in general, and the State of Florida, in particular. An examination of health threats posed by obesity among this segment of the population and potential solutions to the problem is followed by proposed budget plan for helping educate at-risk citizens. Finally, a summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.

Outline
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Epidemiology of Obesity among African-Americans.
Causes of Obesity among African-Americans.
Health Threats Posed by Obesity.
Potential Solutions to the Problem.
Proposed Budget Plan for Educating At-Risk Citizens.
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The research showed that obesity represents an enormous threat to the nation's health in general, and African-American women in particular. Obesity affects over 60 percent of all American adults, and the incidence is higher among black men than white men, and highest of all among black women. Although the condition of obesity remains better described in the literature than it is understood, research to date has suggested a number of causes for the disparities between obese blacks and whites, including a potential genetic component, body image ideals, eating habits and other lifestyle behaviors that contribute to a high incidence of overweight among this segment of the population. The research also showed, though, that education, particularly for those at the greatest risk such as pre-adolescent black girls, can help mitigate the powerful effects of these contributing factors."

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APA Citation:

Obesity in African-Americans in Florida (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Obesity-in-African-Americans-in-Florida/59333

MLA Citation:

"Obesity in African-Americans in Florida" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Obesity-in-African-Americans-in-Florida/59333>




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