This 2 volume set comprises of the 3rd edition of Volume 1 and the
4th edition of Volume 2, both published in 2014. In recent years,
we've developed a much better grasp of the biological and other
factors associated with the development of obesity. New clinical
trials, discoveries related to drug use, and greater understanding
of the benefits of weight loss in obese patients have expanded the
field of research in this area. Reflecting our evolving
understanding of causes and consequences, the two-volume set
Handbook of Obesity explores every facet of this disease from cause
to cure. Volume One: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Physiopathology
provides comprehensive coverage of the biological, behavioral, and
environmental determinants of this critical illness. This new
edition is divided into five sections exploring essential factors
involved in obesity research: History, Definitions, and Prevalence:
Changes over time surrounding our notion of obesity, adiposity
traits, and the epidemiology of obesity in various populations
Biological Determinants of Obesity: Genetic and epigenetic
evidence, fetal life and postnatal influences, the use of animal
models in research, endocrine issues, molecular aspects, and issues
related to viral infection and adiposity Behavioral Determinants of
Obesity: The effects of food and ingestive behavior, smoking,
breastfeeding, sleep duration, work/leisure time activity, and
sedentary behavior Environmental, Social, and Cultural Determinants
of Obesity: The role of agriculture and the food industry, the
urban environment, social and economic aspects, cultural factors,
environmental pollutants, and economic costs Consequences of
Obesity: How excess weight affects and exacerbates a range of
comorbid conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease,
pulmonary disorders, arthritis, and cancer Volume Two: Clinical
Applications explores essential factors involved in obesity
prevention and treatment: Prevention of Obesity: Strategies such as
reengineering the environment to encourage physical activity and
prevent excessive weight gain in children and adults Evaluation of
the Overweight or Obese Patient: Methods for assessing the
overweight individual and the role of the primary care physician in
patient management Medical Treatment of Obesity and Weight
Management Issues in the Treatment of Obesity: Lifestyle for weight
loss and weight maintenance, diet and exercise, medications, herbal
agents, and issues related to childhood obesity Surgery: Screening
for bariatric surgery, laparoscopic banding, liposuction, and other
surgical techniques and strategies for operative and postoperative
care Epilogue: The economic assessment and cost-effectiveness of
treatments for obesity, how obesity is viewed internationally, and
governmental responses to challenges arising from the growing
prevalence of obesity Presenting the insight of international
experts and edited by two eminent leaders in obesity research, this
two-volume set is essential for health care providers in search of
a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to diagnosing and treating
obese patients.
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