... of adult life have their origins in a younger age, even as far back as childhood. A major concern in children is childhood obesity, which has been referred to as a global epidemic (World Health Organization, 1998), and can be considered a health problem in its own right. Obesity levels have increased not only in England but also across all of the EU. (Durnin, J. 1992) Among young People in England, it has been estimated that 20% of 4-year-olds were overweight, and 8% were obese. (Dept of Health, 1999) Another study in England has shown the rate of obesity in children has increased dramatically in recent years. From 1984 to 1994 overweight among 4 to 11 year olds increased from 5% to 9% in English Boys and 6% to 10% in Scottish boys. Values for girls were 9% to 14% and 10% to 16% respectively. (Chinn, S. 2001) In relation ...

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