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Zieff, Susan G.; Veri, Maria J. – Quest, 2009
This article examines the obesity, health, and physical activity discourses of the past 35 years in the context of the United States with particular reference to five social sectors: the biomedical domain; the popular media; nonprofit foundations, centers and agencies; various national and multinational corporations; and government at all levels.…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Obesity, Physical Activities, Public Health
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Clocksin, Brian D.; Watson, Doris L.; Ransdell, Lynda – Quest, 2002
Examines the influence of media use on youth adiposity, dietary habits, and physical activity levels, noting that children and adolescents are increasingly turning to sedentary leisure time activities, which is leading to decreased physical activity levels, increased body mass index, and increased high- energy food intake. Current and future…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Eating Habits, Elementary Secondary Education