Epidemiology of Obesity

  • Kateřina Ošancova
  • Stanislav Hejda
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Abstract

In contemporary society obesity is, no doubt, a serious issue. It is studied by many specialists who are trying to resolve various aspects—from basic research into lipogenesis and lipid mobilisation to the elaboration of new reducing diets. A relatively less popular sphere is the epidemiology of obesity; obesity is no longer only the problem of individuals but of whole populations and nations.

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Social Class Childhood Obesity Adolescent Girl Ischaemic Heart Disease Epidemiological Survey 
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