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International Journal of Obesity - http://www.nature.com/ijo/index.html
The journal publishes basic, clinical and applied studies and also features a quarterly pediatric highlight. |
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CDC Overweight and Obesity - http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/obesity/index.htm
This site provides a variety of information designed to help people understand that obesity is a serious health issue and the efforts being made to address it. |
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American Obesity Association (AOA) - http://www.obesity.org/
Comprehensive web portal offering general information on obesity, current research and trials, treatment, prevention and consumer protection against fraudulent treatments. |
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NAASO: The North American Association for the Study of Obesity - http://www.naaso.org
An interdisciplinary society whose purpose is to develop, extend and disseminate knowledge in the field of obesity. |
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Obesity: Is it an Eating Disorder? - http://www.anred.com/obese.html
FAQ provided by the Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders, Inc. answers questions about definitions of obesity, health risks, weight-loss pills, and what can be done. |
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National Obesity Forum - http://www.nationalobesityforum.org.uk/
Healthcare professionals who take an interest in the treatment and management of obesity. |
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First Federal Obesity Clinical Guidelines - http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/oberel4f.htm
Identification, evaluation, and treatment of overweight and obesity in adults reviewed by 115 health experts at major medical and professional societies. |
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Understanding Adult Obesity - http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/understanding.htm
An in depth look at this disorder and how it is measured, causes, consequences, treatment, research and additional reading. |
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Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity (ASSO) - http://www.asso.org.au/
A scientific organisation of medical practitioners, dietitians, scientists and other health care professionals interested in obesity research with members throughout Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Region. |
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Obesity In America - http://www.obesityinamerica.org/
The Endocrine Society and The Hormone Foundation have developed a handbook with information about obesity’s causes, impact, and research into how to reduce it. |
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Study finds commercialism harms Britain's kids - http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/10/nkids110.xml
Increasing obesity due to increase in commercials. Article by Robert Winnett, Deputy Political Editor. |
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Eating French - http://independent.com/news/2007/oct/25/eating-french/
Psychologist considers why the French are thin, despite their diet. Concludes it is the environment in which the food is consumed. [The Santa Barbara Independent] |
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Michael D. Myers M.D. Inc. - http://www.weight.com/
General background information on obesity. Includes the prevalence, a definition, causes, medical complications and treatments. |
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KidSource Online: Childhood Obesity - http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/obesity.html
An article that helps to determine obesity in children. Also describes causes as well as possible treatments and prevention. |
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Genetics of Food Intake, Body Weight and Obesity - http://arbl.cvmbs.colostate.edu/hbooks/pathphys/digestion/pregastric/fatgenes.html
Gene involved in initial identification and maintaining body weight. |
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Way to Shrink, Grow Fat Is Found - http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/07/01/AR2007070100431.html?hpid=moreheadlines
Shrinks fat deposits by 40 percent to 50 percent within two weeks. By Rob Stein Washing Post Staff Writer. |
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World Obesity - http://www.wellingtongrey.net/miscellanea/archive/2007-05-06--world-fatness.html
Graphic illustrates the percentage of the population with body mass index greater then 30. [Wellington Grey] |
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Childhood and Juvenile Obesity: Tips for Parents - http://www.helpguide.org/mental/childhood_obesity.htm
Learn about the causes and risks. Includes details on getting a child to eat a more healthy diet and exercise. |
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Pediatric Obesity--Helping Parents Raise Healthy Children - http://www.pediatricobesity.com
Free site featuring the Traffic Light Diet, links to Dr. John La Puma's recipes and resources, and current medical research on treating and preventing pediatric obesity. |
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Center on an Aging Society - http://ihcrp.georgetown.edu/agingsociety/pubhtml/obesity2/obesity2.html
At risk for chronic conditions and the groups most likely to be effected. |
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Donald B. Brown Research Chair on Obesity - http://www.obesity.chair.ulaval.ca/
A Laval University center dedicated to research, communication and education on obesity. |
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Weight Loss, Dieting and Obesity - http://www.dietwords.com/
Multidisciplinary educational resource evaluating the pros and the cons of a wide range of treatment options for obesity, including diets, exercise, surgery, medications and hypnosis. |
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NSW Health: Child Obesity - http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/obesity/
The NSW government action plan for the prevention of obesity in children and young people. |
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Danas Hymn - http://www.danashymn.com
Discussion about living with obesity, an obese spouse or loved one. James "Butch" Rosser discusses dealing with obesity, weight loss, weight gain, dieting, nutrition, dietetics and health including gastric bypass surgery. |
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Human Choriogonadotropin and Obesity Treatment - http://indexmedico.com/obesity/hcg.htm
A discussion about oral administration of Human Choriogonadotropin significantly decreases subcutaneous fat in dieting obese patients. Find research results. |
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Excessive Appetite - http://www.alcohol-drug.com/obesity.htm
A discussion about small weight losses and gains and setting some goals. |
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Overproducing leptin receptors in fat cells may be key to halting weight gain - http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2005-12/usmc-olr113005.php
Study by researchers suggests that when fat cells increase in size, as they do during the development of obesity, the cells progressively lose receptors for the hormone leptin, a powerful stimulus for fat burning. |
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Cut Me In Half - http://www.cutmeinhalf.com
Provides information and encouragement for overweight and obese men. Also includes tools, recipes, workout regimens and success stories. |
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How Much Do You Know About Obesity? - http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/assets/UVAHealth/ssi/includes/obeseqiz.html
Testing knowledge with true or false quiz. |
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Professor Fights against Plastic - http://www.columbiatribune.com/2007/Mar/20070304News009.asp
Vom Saal says obesity linked to chemical. Article by Jacob Luecke of the Trubine's staff. |
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Patient Resources : Obesity - http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/PatientResAllCateg/Obesity?OpenDocument
The latest medical news and information for patients or friends/parents of patients diagnosed with obesity. |
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The Hormone Foundation - http://www.hormone.org/public/obesity.cfm
Patient information on obesity including an overview, symptoms, treatment options, lifestyle issues and prevention; as well as other obesity-related resources. |
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MedlinePlus: : Obesity - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003101.htm
Definition, illustration, alternative names, considerations, common causes, and home care. |
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Obesity Factor - http://www.obesityfactor.org
News covering the epidemic, weight loss, and nutrition. Includes linked articles, article summaries, and resources. |
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Obesity-diet.com - http://www2.obesity-diet.com/index.php?ids=zThaaLucARkeCDRPRjzo&ide=2
European-based, professional web site dealing with diet and obesity. It is meant for the general public. |