Outlining My Public Argument

1. Introduction- I am planning on using the Frame the Consequences introduction for my argument because it is important for people to understand the consequences revolving around childhood obesity. I am thinking about discussing different consequences that have taken place or will start to take place due to the lack of physical activity/ poor nutrition in schools or at homes in the U.S.

2. Body-
Major supporting arguments:
A. Physical inactivity of children in schools
B. Lack of a healthy diet/nutrition
C. The negative effects of social media and technology on childhood obesity

Major criticisms: 

D. Several schools do not require recess or Physical Education classes

E. Good quality food is expensive- parents have to buy cheaper, unhealthier food because they cannot afford to buy healthier food

F. Social media and technology allow children to become more socially/physically active

Key support/rebuttal points: I will be using all of my points listed above because I believe they are all very important and need to be addressed.

Tentative topic sentence for supports and rebuttals: 
A. One major contributing factor to childhood obesity is the lack of physical activity in schools and homes across the United States.
B. A healthy diet and the right amount of exercise affects the well-being of a child.
C. Living a sedentary life is one of the leading causes of childhood obesity.
D. Several states in the U.S. do not require schools to have Physical Education classes or recess because physical activity is not seen as a critical part of a student's day.
E. Numerous families cannot fit healthy foods into their grocery budget because the cost of nutritious food tends to be much higher than the cost of unhealthy food.
F. Social media and technology may have a positive influence on children.

Gather Evidence: 
A. Quote- "But just one in four teenagers between ages 12 and 15 actually get that one hour of exercise every day, Fakhouri says. She analyzed federal health data gathered from 800 teenagers in 2012" (Neighmond, 2014).
B. Quotes-  "Children who have poor diets -- whether because of a lack of food or because of patterns of eating that lead to inadequate intake of nutrients -- are prone to significant short-term and long-term health impacts and diseases" (Fleck). 
"Poor nutrition is one of the leading causes of obesity in children, a condition which can be very dangerous and lead to a lifetime of health complications" (Fleck). 
C. Quote- "During the past 20 years, the number of obese and overweight children has rapidly risen. One contributor to these climbing rates is the prevalence of technology and media that promotes sedentary behavior" (Cespedes, 2013).
D. Quote- "Too many kids weigh too much, but too few states and schools require recess or follow recommended guidelines for physical education" (Rochman, 2011). 
E. "Last December, researchers at Harvard published a paper scientifically examining a complaint common among conscientious eaters -- that healthy food is more expensive than junk" (Bekiempis, 2014). 
F. '"Online communication and social media are an increasing part of our lives and our overall social network of family, friends and peers," said Jennifer S. Li, M.D., M.H.S., chair of the writing group. "Healthcare providers should embrace its potential as a tool for promoting healthy behavioral change"' (American Heart Association, 2012). 

Map of Argument- I feel like my map of my argument is just like my outline above, with a conclusion that is below this statement. 

Conclusion-
I would like to use the Call to Action strategy for my public argument because I think it ties my points in together. It allows parents to see what they need to do in order to help end childhood obesity as well. I want to say something like this in my conclusion "It is vitally important for you to get your children up and moving throughout the day in order to sustain a healthy lifestyle. By encouraging your children to eat healthier and exercise at least one hour a day, you are promoting a healthy body and mind for your child."