by JamesM.RippeM.D. (Author), JohnForeyt (Author), KyleMcinnis (Author), WalkerCarlosPoston (Author)
Obesity represents the second leading cause of preventable mortality in the United States each year behind only cigarette smoking. Underlying causes of obesity include genetic propensity, inadequate physical activity and poor nutritional habits. A wide variety of complex behaviors contribute to the development of both childhood and adult obesity.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 304
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 14 Mar 2003
ISBN 10: 1405103442
ISBN 13: 9781405103442