To begin, watch the video How America Is Causing Global Obesity. Then, answer the questions below to complete your analysis of the film.
- Summarize the issues presented in the video, and discuss how these issues relate to the field of public health.
- Describe the impact of both individuals and the community on the issues presented in the video.
- Describe the role of the state and federal government in addressing the issues presented in the video. For example, what policies or legislation were created to address the issues?
- Explain how current and proposed health policies might determine children’s behavioral and dietary choices once they reach adulthood. Be sure to support your reasoning.
- Overall, reflect on the assertions made in the video. Do you agree or disagree with assertions made? Why or why not?