Question

passage

1. We live in an era where it is difficult to miss fast and junk food and the rise in teenage obesity

and related health issues due to it.

2. During teenage, weight gain is normal but when it goes beyond control, the person becomes

obese.Our body requires energy to function, which is derived from the food we eat but when the

intake of food becomes more than the amount that the body requires, the excess energy is stored as

body fat.

3. Contemporary lifestyle sees an increasing consumption of junk food, and spending time

watching television and playing computer games. Over eating along with lack of physical exercise

are the major causes leading to teenage obesity.Large intake of high-calorie food and low -nutrient

food leads to unnecessary weight gain. Beside this, obesity can also be genetically inherited. Stress

is also a reason for obesity where people resort to overeating to alleviate their stress.

4. Teenage obesity is growing immensely and has been named as ‘obesity epidemic’. A number of

health issues arise out of it like diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, sleeping disorders,

hormonal imbalance and asthma. Along with these obesity also result in psychological problems

like low self -esteem due to constant jeering of peers. Obese teens are more prone to being teased

and physically bullied compared to others of their same age.

5. Therefore, it is necessary to control weight gain. Inactivity is the major cause of obesity and the

regular exercise is the best way to control it. Physical activity like jogging, swimming and playing

out door games can help one keep fit. A balanced diet with lot of vegetables, fruits and whole

grains is also essential. Junk food and soft drinks should be substituted with healthy food

mentioned above. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water help reduce calorie intake.

6. Parents have an important role in controlling teenage obesity as they should try to set examples

by following healthy diet and leading a healthy lifestyle.A combined effort of parents and kids help

to control this eating disorder
Question
Which of the following statement is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

(a) It is necessary to control excessive weight gain.

(b) Parents have an important role in controlling teenage obesity.

(c) Obesity can also result in psychological problems like high self-esteem due to the constant

flattering of peers.

(d) Stress is also a reason for obesity where people resort to overeating to

alleviate their stress
plss give me correct ans ​

Answer 1

Answer:

option(c) is the ans not (a)Obesity can also result in psychological problems like high self-esteem due to the constant fluttering of peers