
Global Health Complications of Obesity
- 480 pages
- English
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Global Health Complications of Obesity
About this book
Global Health Complications of Obesity presents a valuable resource for research scientists and clinicians by covering the burden of obesity and related diseases and serving as a starting point for in-depth discussions in academic settings and for obesity-treatment specialists. Obesity is associated with a statistically higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and many other diseases. This succinct resource focuses on the current data, research and management of obesity. It is essential reading for healthcare professionals, endocrinologists, nutritionists, public health students and medical students.- Presents clinical cases, key terms and targeted references- Addresses diseases including diabetes, cancer, hypertension, osteoarthritis, fatty liver disease, infertility, renal failure and depression- Provides a link to new knowledge that is ideal for both researchers and clinicians
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Table of contents
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- About the authors
- Preface
- Acknowledgment
- Chapter 1. What is obesity?
- Chapter 2. Obesity and total mortality
- Chapter 3. Risk factors of obesity
- Chapter 4. Cardiovascular disease and its risk factors
- Chapter 5. Disorders of insulin regulation
- Chapter 6. Obesity and cancer
- Chapter 7. Respiratory problems
- Chapter 8. Joint and connective tissue disorders
- Chapter 9. Gastrointestinal problems
- Chapter 10. Gynecologic problems
- Chapter 11. Urologic problems
- Chapter 12. Skin problems
- Chapter 13. Social and psychological problems
- Chapter 14. Obesity in children
- Chapter 15. Obesity in the elderly
- Chapter 16. Prevention of obesity
- Chapter 17. Obesity therapy
- Chapter 18. Perspective on economics and obesity
- Glossary
- Index