C. The Bill Of Rights. The first ten amendments were proposed by Congress in 1789, at their first session; and, having received the ratification of the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States, they became a part of the Constitution December 15, 1791, and are known as the Bill of Rights.
Obesity is a leading preventable cause of death worldwide, with increasing rates in adults and children. Authorities view it as one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century.
Obesity: The Problem. Prevalence. Obesity is a disease in which fat accumulates in the body, to the point where has an adverse effect on health. By common practice, obesity is measured in the Western world by a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater. The prevalence of overweight and obesity in Australia has been steadily increasing over the past 30 years.