For men and women who are obese, the weight loss journey is about much more than shedding a few pounds. Obesity can lead to serious health risks and problems â

Understanding Obesity informs readers about contributing factors to obesity: from social and behavioral determinants throughout the life course, influences from

Promotes the recognition, treatment, and prevention of conditions of overweight and obesity in the United States.

This volume presents criteria for evaluating treatment programs for obesity and explores what these criteria mean--to health care providers, program designers,

For young people, leading a healthy lifestyle requires education and empowerment. In Understanding Obesity, readers will explore the social aspects and health e