Social Epidemiology Of Obesity Flashcards
What is body mass index
Weight divided by the square of height
What can obesity cause in terms of health related issues
Heart disease
Liver disease
Cancer
Type 2 diabetes
Reproductive complications
Depression
Anxiety
Sleep apnoea
What is a raised BMI a major risk factor
Cardiovascular diseases
Type 2 diabetes
Musculoskeletal disorders
Some cancers
What can childhood obesity cause
Chance of obesity in adulthood
Breathing difficulties
Risk of fractures
Insulin resistance
Psychological effects
What is the relationship between weight status and social deprivation
People who are more socially deprived are more likely to be living with excess weight
What is the relationship between educational status and weight status
Someone who has a lower educational status is more likely to be living with excess weight
What is meant by food environment
The physical environment
Neighbourhood, household, school
What is food insecurity defined as
Experiencing one or more of the following
Smaller meals than usually or skipping meals
Been hungry but not eating
Not eating for a whole day
What are the commercial determinants of health that exacerbate already existing inequalities in health
Increased exposure to advertisments
Promotions in supermarkets, portion sizes, SSB taxes
