Soc24 The Consequences Of A Sedentary Lifestyle Flashcards
1
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What is a sedentary lifestyle?
A
A lifestyle that is lacking in physical activity
2
Q
How can a sedentary lifestyle impact someones long term health?
A
It can lead to a variety of health problems such as heart disease or diabetes
3
Q
How can a sedentary lifestyle impact a persons health?
A
It can lead to them becoming overweight, overfat and eventually obese
4
Q
What are the characteristics of someone who is overweight?
A
A person who weighs more than expected for their height and sex
5
Q
What are the characteristics of someone who is overfat?
A
Someone who has a high body fat content
6
Q
What are the characteristics of someone who is obese?
A
Someone who is overweight and has extremely high body fat levels
7
Q
What are some health problems that can be caused by obesity?
A
- Depression
- Cancer
- Diabetes
