Approximately 2.8 billion adults die each year from obesity (diet). Rachel Epstein wrote the book “Eating Habits and Disorders” which discusses obesity as a disease. Obesity is a condition resulting in excess body fat that often begins to form in childhood (Epstein 25). While obesity can be life-threatening for some adults (Epstein 25). It can also lead to psychosocial problems (Epstein 25). Obesity leads to risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, kidney problems and more (Epstein 25). Being obese during pregnancy can cause many problems for both mom and baby (Epstein 25). Any of these things could cause many problems in the future or present (Epstein 25). The worse the eating habits, the more difficult it is to heal (Epstein 25). The government needs to do more against obesity because obesity rates are increasing, many children are falling victim to obesity without even knowing it, and medical care also plays a large role in increasing obesity rates. Obesity is increasing rapidly, so we must act while we can. Portion sizes are becoming more and more immense. An article titled “Diet, Nutrition and Wellness” discussed the growing problems caused by obesity. From going to McDonald's and having a nice meal, to going to the subway and getting a foot-long submarine. Either way, it's about changing our diet to eat more than we need, which ends up adding a few pounds (Diet). People who eat out daily end up eating about a thousand calories more per meal than someone who would (diet). When most people go out to eat, even a fancier restaurant, they don't care about the number of calories in their meal, they order what looks good to them (diet). Occasionally it's not a big deal, but... middle of paper... could be established. Getting the message across is crucial. By making a few posters and hanging them in schools, grocery stores, and even spreading the word from our local radio station, we could do a lot. Some people may not be immediately open to ideas, but if everyone works together, many great things will be accomplished. Works Cited Ambinder, Marc. “Overcoming obesity.” Atlantic Monthly Vol. 305, no. 4. May. 2010: 72+. Researcher on SIRS issues. Internet. February 4, 2014. “Food, nutrition and well-being: obesity. » Problems and controversies. Facts On File News Services, February 11, 2013. Web. February 4, 2014 Epstein, Rachel S. Eating Habits and Disorders. New York: Chelsea House, 1990. Print. “The Experts: What Role Should Government Play in Combating Obesity?” ". Wall Street Journal Online. April 21, 2013: np Researcher on SIRS issues. Internet. February 13. 2014.