The prevalence of obesity, measured by body mass index, has risen to unacceptable levels
in both men and women in the United States and worldwide with resultant hazardous health …

Obesity is among the most common and costly chronic disorders worldwide. Estimates
suggest that in the United States obesity affects one-third of adults, accounts for up to one …

Obesity can be defined as the excessive accumulation of fat in adipose tissue, to the extent
that health may be impaired. The most widely used measures of total and abdominal …

Recent research has established the physiology of weight regulation, the pathophysiology
that leads to unwanted weight gain with establishment of a higher body-weight set point, and …

Objective: To formulate clinical practice guidelines for the pharmacological management of
obesity. Participants: An Endocrine Society-appointed Task Force of experts, a …

This comprehensive textbook addresses one of the major public health concerns of our era–
obesity. Clearly and simply, Obesity: science to practice provides a balanced, coherent …

The obesity epidemic has spawned an unlimited array of quick-fix, rapid weight loss plans
and unproven pharmaceuticals. Dangerous side effects and rebound weight gain has made …

The prevalence of obesity has progressively increased globally over the last 30 years. The
determinants of this pandemic are many, poorly defined and priorities debated. While public …

Obesity increases the risk of morbidity and mortality and reduces quality of life independent
of age, sex or ethnicity. Leading health authorities recommend weight loss as a primary …

The prevalence of obesity has increased worldwide in the past~ 50 years, reaching
pandemic levels. Obesity represents a major health challenge because it substantially …