Obesity rates in Australia have more than doubled over the

    past 20 years. Around seven million Australians are now overweight  .

   Did you know?

    women is an indicator of the internal fat deposits, which coat the

    heart, kidneys, liver and pancreas, and increase the risk of chronic

   disease, including musculo-skeletal problems, cardiovascular

   disease, some cancers, sleep apnoea, type 2 diabetes, and

    hypertension

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  the behaviors of children and youth related to calorie intake

  and physical activity. Parents are role models for their children

  who are likely to develop habits similar to their parents.