Ebook: Handbook of obesity

Provides an up-to-date overview of obesity, its research and clinical components. The text details topics ranging from historical perspectives, definitions and measurement to the aetiology, pathophysiology, prevention and treatment of obesity. It covers the effect of obesity on various conditions, such as diabetes, gout, arthritis, and heart, pulmonary and gallbladder disease, as well as pregnancy. The book also presents preventative and treatment measures with exercise, diet, drugs and surgery.