Obesity
Tarakson, Stella2009
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Obesity was until recently a problem that mainly affected affluent Western nations. But now it is a health issue in poorer nations too. Read about the causes of obesity, the problems it leads to and the steps being taken to address these problems
Main title:
Obesity / by Stella Tarakson
Author:
Imprint:
Port Melbourne Pearson Australia 2009
Collation:
48 p. colour illustrations maps
Series title:
Audience:
Upper primarySecondary
Contents:
Weighty Matters: Globesity -- What is Obesity?: Weight ranges - Children and teenagers - Obesity around the world - The Australian situation -- What Causes Obesity?: How do people gain excess weight? - Lifestyle - Genetics - Medical conditions -- Problems Caused by Obseity: Health risks- Social problems - Financial matters -- Taking Action: Healthy food choices - Getting active - Moral support - Medical treatments -- Addressing the Issues: Weight loss scams - Food labelling - Restriction of television advertising - Government initiatives
ISBN:
9781740707138 (hbk)
Dewey class:
616.398 OBE
Local class:
616.398
Language:
English
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BRN:
5199
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