2/23 Talk about the increasing obesity problem in Korea.

The problem of obesity is steadily becoming more of a problem in Korea.
* Fast food is being considered more of a problem in recent years.

It is certainly gaining the attention of health experts.
* gain the attention: 주목을 받다.

Western foods are starting to become more prevalent.
* prevalent: 널리 퍼진, 보편화된
ex> The trend will become more prevalent as time goes by.

Korea's strong economy has allowed for a higher standard of living.
ex> The new system has allowed for more efficient cooperation among different departments.

This means that many people have started to follow a more sedentary lifestyle.
* sedentary: 앉아 있는, 좌식의
ex> People's sedentary lifestyles are linked with an increased risk of heart disease.

Unhealthy dietary habits should be nipped in the bud at a young age.
* nip something in the bud: 싹을 자르다.
ex> The problem has to be nipped in the bud before it's too late.

The government should also make efforts to keep obesity rates in check.
* keep something in check: ~을 억제하다, 통제하다.


@ It's as light as a feather.  정말 깃털처럼 가볍네.

1. Obesity is the most serious health issue in the U.S.
2. Lack of exercise is more prevalent in cities.
3. Sedentary lifestyles can cause weight gain.
4. The problem must be nipped in the bud.