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Book SynopsisThe Obesity Reality discusses obesityâs effects from a wide range of standpoints, including medical, personal, financial, and preventative. In its broadest terms, the book reminds readers that solving the worldâs obesity problem requires both a personal and a much larger collective effort.
Table of ContentsDisclaimer Prologue Part I:The Big Picture 1: Understanding Obesity 2: The Diagnosis 3: Causes and Symptoms 4: Treatment 5: Obesity in America 6: Worldwide Obesity Part II: The Front Lines 7: Childhood Obesity 8: Obesity and Mental Health 9: Blame and Guilt 10: The Economics of Obesity Part III: Keep it Up! 11: The Art of Exercise 12: Finding Motivation Appendix A: Obesity-Related Websites Appendix B: Research and Training Appendix C: Obesity-Related Organizations Appendix D: Selected Studies Notes Glossary Resources Selected Bibliography Index About the Author
