Asked by
Brooke Madison
on Oct 14, 2024Verified
A disease that was typically found in overweight older adults in the past but is now being diagnosed at an alarming rate in childhood is
A) Type 1 diabetes.
B) Type 2 diabetes.
C) asthma.
D) low blood pressure.
Indoor Environmental Toxins
Harmful substances found within indoor environments that can affect human health.
Physical Activities
Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure, contributing to physical fitness.
Asthma
A chronic respiratory disease characterized by sudden attacks of coughing, wheezing, and difficulty in breathing.
- Identify chronic illnesses prevalent in childhood.
- Understand the link between obesity in children and the accompanying health risks.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Identify chronic illnesses prevalent in childhood.
- Understand the link between obesity in children and the accompanying health risks.