¶ … Childhood Obesity and Fast Food
Inductive Reasoning
Empirical Research
Applied Research
Quantitative Research
Qualitative Research
Exploratory Research
Focus Groups
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The paper is a research based on the topic of "The influence of fast food on child obesity." The study aims to evaluate and identify the root cause of child obesity. The study is based on a scientific approach by developing a hypothesis and then proving it through data collected.
Inductive Reasoning:
The hypothesis of this research has been developed after a number of general observations. These observations came from generally observing the school friends, cafes and restaurants, and family members. It was observed that children who were eating fast food regularly were fat. Another observation was that when we talk to obese people they often mention that they blame fast food restaurants for their obesity. Since we have developed specific conclusions from general observations, it is an inductive approach.
Empirical Research:
This research is based on the knowledge that is gained through indirect and direct experience or observation. The empirical evidence gathered is analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. The research...
The issue of child obesity is a major concern for the families because children are exposed to health problems at a very young age because of obesity. The research provides detailed analysis on child obesity with relation to fast food consumption.
Quantitative Research:
The research is based on the collection of quantitative data which gives the research a quantitative credibility to prove the hypothesis. The quantitative data allows the researcher to present precise information with the help of data gathered which is based on quantifiable parameters.
Qualitative Research:
The research is also based on a qualitative approach through the observations and interpretation of the data. The qualitative aspect of the research gives a deeper view on the topic and the variables discussed in the research.
Research Design:
Exploratory Research:
The research is based on a problem that is not clearly defined which makes it an exploratory research as the purpose of the report becomes clearer and identifies the issue of obesity in children comprehensively.
Survey:
The research is based on a survey which is based on a sample size of 100. The survey is based on a questionnaire which was distributed online on selected portals of schools.
Focus Groups:
The focus groups were conducted in an attempt to gain insights on this topic from the parents of the children. A total of 5 focus groups were conducted with each focus group having a size of 10 people.
Variables:
The dependent variable of the research is the obesity of children as it is dependant on the independent variable which is the consumption of fast food. The external variables are the socioeconomic conditions, advertising of fast food brands and lack of awareness of the disadvantages of eating fast food.
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If children are more socially active, then the child obesity can be controlled. If food additives and artificial flavors are controlled, then child obesity can decrease. Methodology: The methodology that will be adopted for this research report will consist of two types: 1. Primary Sources: Primary data of this research will be collected through books. 2. Secondary Sources: Internet websites and scholarly articles will be used as secondary source in obtaining data for this research
Many tourists have their picture taken in front of the McDonald's sign or with the Ronald McDonald statue outside the restaurant to document their contact with an exotic culture. " (1999) 5) Location, location, location - Over a period-of-time, Kwan's study notes that "...as the number of fast food outlets increased, the reasons why people go to fast food places changed. All the interviewees who have become accustomed to the
child obesity, which has become an epidemic in the current epoch of technological advancements and innovations. Since obesity is escalating at an unprecedented rate specifically amongst the teenagers and children; thus, thus research proposal intends to carry out a comprehensive research to identify its causes. This paper highlights the plan of the research process in detail that include the aims and objectives of the study, methodology, data collection techniques,
childhood obesity and its correlation to social-economic background. The researchers argued that attention to childhood obesity focuses on genetic and environmental factors, and there is the increasingly prevalent belief that pediatric obesity may be a combination of both. Environmental factors can limit obesity but what -- the researchers wondered - stimulated the influencing environmental factors Previous study: What has the previous study found out? A previous study that the researchers had
Parents and Fast Food What Drives Adults to Consume Fast Food with Their Children: TV, Toys, and Time Television advertisements play a role in deciding what we consume, and that marketing is geared toward children no less than it is toward adults. McDonald's fast-food chain, for instance, gears an entire production line called the Happy Meal to children, who -- lured by the toys and tiny meals that are packaged together --
More specifically, when certain species (including homo Sapiens) consume more calories than necessary for immediate energy requirements, their digestive systems efficiently converts those excess calories into storable forms of reserve energy that are capable of being called upon in times of need (Larson-Duyff, 2005; Rinzler, 2004). In humans, excess caloric consumption increases the amount of sugars dissolved in the blood (Larson-Duyff, 2005; Rinzler, 2004). This triggers a natural insulin response
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