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According to the reports of Carroll Ogden and the National Center for Health Statistics, the rate of childhood obesity doubled among children while the rate quadrupled among teenagers over the last three decades (“Childhood Obesity”). This means that more and more children and adolescents are becoming at risk of serious illnesses associated with excess weight, which include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and high blood pressure. In order to resolve this issue, children and teenagers must be encouraged to make a lifestyle change. For many, encouraging them to be involved with more physical activities remains a viable option. Many ...