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obese – adj. very fat; fat in a way that is unhealthy

body mass index – n. a measurement that shows the amount of fat in your body and that is based on your weight and height

function – n. the special purpose or activity for which a thing exists or is used

misinterpret – v. to misunderstand or be mistaken; to get the wrong idea

editorial – n. a published report that gives the opinions of the editors or publishers of a newspaper or magazine

impulse – n. a sudden strong desire to do something

factor – n. a fact or influence that influences a result

inflammation – n. a physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, hot and often painful

impressive – adj. moving or touching