Teenage obesity is an important matter because of the potential physical and psycho-social consequences of being overweight—especially those associated with peer pressure and ridicule. But not only the emotional distress felt by overweight teenagers is problematic; the unhealthy lifestyle can lead towards serious health disorders such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. A sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy food choice are the main reasons for the negative health trend. A healthy school environment and lifestyle is …showed first 75 words of 302 total…

…showed last 75 words of 302 total…excellent opportunity to help kids eat right: introduce them to appealing, healthy foods, rich in vitamins and proteins, yet not lacking taste, and include these foods in the school breakfast as well as the lunch. The only way for changes to occur is through great effort from the student leaders and schools to reverse the negative health trends, and stop the child obesity and overweight conditions among a growing number of America’s young people.