C. The Bill Of Rights. The first ten amendments were proposed by Congress in 1789, at their first session; and, having received the ratification of the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States, they became a part of the Constitution December 15, 1791, and are known as the Bill of Rights.
Obesity is a leading preventable cause of death worldwide, with increasing rates in adults and children. Authorities view it as one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century.
Obesity-Condition and Symptoms. Obesity is a condition in which the food taken in by an individual exceeds the amount of energy expended to the extent that the person experiences an excessive amount of weight gain. A person with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 and over is considered to have morbid Obesity.