Overweight Children and Teens

Since 1980, the percentage of children and teens who are overweight has more than tripled. Over 9 million young people, which is 16 percent of children and teens aged 6-19 years, are considered overweight.

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Nutrition: (new-TRISH-un) (1) The process of the body using food to sustain life. (2) The study of food and diet.

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The benefits of weight loss are a longer life, happier life, a more active life, and a healthier life.

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