How Can the Government Address Obesity?

How Can the Government Address Obesity?

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses the rising obesity rates in the UK, highlighting regional and economic disparities. It examines the economic impact of obesity, linking it to deprivation and the availability of cheap, unhealthy foods. The video reviews past government policies and their shortcomings, emphasizing the need for strategies that focus on systemic changes rather than individual responsibility. Recommendations include setting long-term goals, building consensus, and strengthening evidence for policy effectiveness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage increase in obesity was observed in England from 1993 to 2019?

From 5% to 15%

From 20% to 35%

From 10% to 20%

From 15% to 28%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group in the UK is most affected by obesity according to deprivation levels?

Children under 5

The most deprived quintile

The least deprived quintile

Middle-income earners

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does obesity-related healthcare cost the NHS annually?

£10 billion

£6.5 billion

£3 billion

£1 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons for the link between obesity and deprivation?

Lack of exercise facilities

Climate change

Cost of healthy food

Genetic factors

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'junk food cycle' as described by Henry Dimbleby?

A government initiative to reduce junk food

A cycle of eating only junk food

The difficulty of selling healthy food leading to poor health

A marketing strategy for junk food

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major flaw in past government policies addressing obesity?

They were too expensive

They focused too much on individual responsibility

They were too strict

They were not advertised enough

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one recommendation for future government action on obesity?

Increase taxes on all foods

Focus solely on individual responsibility

Ban all fast food restaurants

Implement a long-term strategy with clear targets