The obesity issue is a major part of New Zealand life as it affects 63.8% or 2,847,240 of us. Junk food consumption has risen 500% since 1970 and this number is rising. The health of three in ten children is at risk because of excessive weight. If we do not stop we will have a major problem on our hands. If we do not stop, more and more people will become obese and have health problems. Obesity is linked to asthma, liver disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, problems with joints