Module 01: Introduction to Obesity

In this module, you will learn: A full definition of obesity The facts and statistics of obesity in the UK How inequality and ethnicity affect obesity Obesity-related health risks like diabetes, blood pressure, heart disease and strokes The importance of tackling obesity, including saving lives and reducing the burden on society 1.1 Introduction Obesity is a disorder in which excess body fat poses a direct threat to health and wellbeing. Many different factors cause obesity, but scie...