Obesity (cont.)
Medical Author:
Gayle M Galletta, MD
Coauthor:
Hasnain M Khandwala, MD, FRCPC
Medical Editor:
Arthur B Chausmer, MD, PhD, FACP, FACE, FACN, CNS
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
George T Griffing, MD
IN THIS ARTICLE
For More InformationWeb LinksAmerican Society for Bariatric Surgery Association for Coordination and Research in Obesity and Nutrition: This European group provides information on obesity research in Europe. The Web site has information in English and French. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Overweight and Obesity National Institute of Diabetesand Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Health Information National Institutes of Health, Health Information: Weight Loss and Control National Obesity Education Initiative, Aim for a Healthy Weight, Information for Patients and the Public Obesity Law and Advocacy Center: This is a law firm in San Diego, California, that specializes in legal issues in obesity. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Dietary Guidelines for Americans U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA Consumer, A Consumer's Guide to Fats Viewer Comments & ReviewsObesity - Effective TreatmentsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What kinds of treatments have been effective for your obesity? Obesity In Children - CausesThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What is/was the cause of your obesity? |
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