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 is an excess of body fat. It is defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30.0 kg/m2 or greater, or about 30 pounds or more over ideal body weight. Extreme obesity is defined as a BMI of 40.0 kg/m2 or more. People who have too much fat, especially in the waist area, are at a higher risk for health problems including high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease and stroke.