Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment-2판(2005.01)

Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment, Second Edition summarizes the
latest scientific knowledge on obesity in children. This edition focuses on the
developmental aspects of obesity, especially on the influences and factors
predisposing individuals to obesity from early periods of life. This new body
of knowledge stems from both basic research and recent epidemiological and
clinical studies. All chapters are updated and special attention is given to
the prevention of obesity in the context of developmental physiology, lifestyle
modification, and dietary and physical activity approaches.

Highlighting the most recent research, this timely book covers a broad range of
aspects related to the prevention and management of childhood obesity. It
emphasizes early intervention and an integrated behavioral approach to overcome
the ongoing challenge of this global epidemic.

* Updates all chapters and includes new research on growing populations of
obesity in the Third World
* Provides information on promoting health as a means to reduce obesity
* Focuses on the developmental aspects of obesity

Childhood Obesity: Prevention & Treatment

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pt. 1 Main characteristics of childhood obesity
1 Introduction 3
2 Geographical, historical, and epidemiological aspects 17
3 Main factors associated with obesity in various periods of growth 45
4 Physical characteristics of the obese child and adolescent 81
5 Energy expenditure and physical activity 121
6 Evaluation of functional status 151
7 Food intake 175
8 Biochemical characteristics 197
9 Hormonal characteristics 205
10 Psychosocial aspects of obesity 229
11 Health problems 245
Pt. 2 Treatment and management principles
12 Treatment and management 271
13 Practical programs for weight management during the growing years 349
14 Summary 389
15 General conclusions and perspectives 415