Introduction Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have

an adverse effect on health, leading to reduced life expectancy and increased health problems.The recent statement by the Health Minister Datuk Liow Tiong Lai that overweight and obesity among Malaysians needs urgent attention again illustrates public ignorance on the problem. The Minister pointed out that the prevalence of adult obesity in Malaysia from 1996-2006 had more than tripled with four out of every 10 Malaysians above 18 years of age are now being either overweight or obese.Anyone who has a Body Mass Index (BMI) (weight divided by height squared) between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight and between 30.0-34.9 is considered obese. Even more worrying is the fact that this group is at high risk of contracting serious disorders like diabetes, hypertension and high blood cholesterol.Malaysia is ranked sixth among Asian countries with high adult obesity rate, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Problem Statement The number of students who have excess weight on campus is increasing. This problem occurs due to students eat according to their wishes not according to necessity. When student eat more than they need, their bodies store the extra calories in fat cells to use for energy later. If this pattern continues over time, and their bodies do not need this stored energy, they develop more fat cells and may develop obesity.No single factor or behavior causes obesity. Obesity is caused by many things, including a persons habits, lifestyle, and environment. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the cause of overweight among students on this campus.

Statement Of Purpose The purpose of this study was to assess overweight and obesity rates among PUO students and to correlate their body weight status and composition with their eating habits. The current data demonstrated that more than one third of the students were above the normal body weight.It will also investigate a potential attack when students are overweight.The study is limited to students of Ungku Omar Polytechnic. The research hopes to identify the reasons students overweight.

Research Question How serious is the problem in UOP? What are the major causes and effects of this problem? What can be done to minimize or solve the problem?

Significance of the Study Findings will help UOP to Curb the problem of excess weight among students. To create awareness among students about the dangers of obesity and the effects of this disease.

Scope Who -Respondents are UOP students Where -Ungku Omar Polythechnic