Big Picture on Obesity

This issue in the 'Big Picture' series reviews the causes, health consequences, and personal and social impact of obesity, and how it might be tackled.

• How is body weight controlled?
• Why is the incidence of obesity increasing?
• What is the impact on people and society?
• What can be done about it?
• Whose responsibility should it be?

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Student activity

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A-level curriculum matching

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