Obesity Satire

On the whole, through the analysis of two different perspectives around the issue of obesity, it has been discovered that one opinion distinctly believes that obesity is at a crisis point in New Zealand and practical steps need to be taken in order to address and prevent it. However, opposing this, was the opinion that it wasn't obesity that is this issue, it is actually idealized consumerism, marketing, advertising and food suppliers, that has caused today's society to be a trap for people who are not educated on how to manage their weight. Based on this evidence, I believe that both opinions are true. Obesity is an issue and needs to be addressed, however, through positive health promotion, not excluding and embarrassing. It is unfair to make obese people pariah, just because our society

It would certainly increase the costs of education, however, it would decrease the health costs and consequently, a healthier society could be achieved (not just physically, but also mentally-as it is the four aspects of hauora that impacts on one's health; physical, mental/emotional, spiritual and social). If this was achieved, then it would allow individuals to avoid obesity related risk factors, such as diabetes, low physical activity, hypertension and a poor diet; in which is said to have contributed to around 60% of all deaths in New Zealand [19]. Conclusively, I will always hold the position that at the end of the day, it is how we educate individuals and particularly parents, that in turn impacts on how our society is shaped. One voice alone will never be able to change this issue, however, when it is done collectively, it causes better awareness and highlights what the actual issue is and therefore the consequences based around this; as seen through lack of education around diets and consequently obesity being a