Textbook of Obesity by Lederman, Sally Ann, Akabas, Sharon, Moore, Barbara J. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover Companion website: Textbook of Obesity Title page Copyright page Contributors

Editors

Foreword Acknowledgments Glossary Introduction

The excitement of discovery

Part I: Understanding the Scope

Introduction 1 Epidemiology, etiology, and consequences of obesity

Introduction Definitions and assessment Surveying obesity prevalence Consequences of obesity and overweight The etiology of obesity Conclusion

2 Cultural attitudes and biases toward obese persons

Introduction Sources and settings of obesity stigmatization Consequences of weight bias Coping with weight stigma Causes of weight bias Changing weight bias Conclusions and future research directions

3 The application of public health lessons to stemming the obesity epidemic

Introduction Public health lessons learned The search for success Fomenting health-related social change Applying the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control to obesity An organizing framework for public health interventions The need for research and evaluation Concluding principles and issues

4 Psychodynamic approaches to the treatment of obesity

Introduction Sex differences and obesity Psychological understanding of obesity Theoretical and treatment approaches Conclusion

Part II: Etiology

Introduction 5 Genetic contributions to the development of obesity

An introduction to the genetics of obesity Basic genetic terms How do we study the genetics of obesity? Designs of human studies Findings for the genetic component of obesity Contributions from the environment Specific genes The “new” genetics Novel approaches to genomic studies Conclusions Acknowledgements

6 Hidden persuaders: environmental contributors to obesity

The missing environment Why do environmental cues make us overeat? Are we aware of the consumption norms that have led us to overeat? How the food environment encourages mindless eating How the eating environment stimulates consumption Conclusions

7 White adipose tissue as a dynamic organ

Introduction The anatomy of adipose tissue The physiology of adipose tissue The pathophysiology of adipose tissue Summary

8 Appetite and body weight regulation

Basic concepts A simplified regulatory model Long-term weight regulatory signals Higher-order CNS systems involved in energy homeostasis Short-term feeding control signals Brain nutrient sensing Adipose tissue influences Characteristics of the weight regulatory system

9 Eating behaviors in obesity: the role of appetite

Introduction Appetitive characteristics and weight The origins of obesogenic appetitive characteristics Implications for clinical practice

10 The relation of pregnancy and lactation to obesity development in the mother and child

Pregnancy Lactation Summary

Part III: Health Consequences

Introduction 11 Effect of obesity on development and health in childhood

Introduction to childhood obesity Measurement and definition issues unique to children Biological outcomes Social outcomes Cognitive and psychological outcomes

12 Impact of obesity during adulthood on chronic disease: diabetes, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and cancer

Diabetes mellitus Hypertension Risk factor clustering Conclusion

Part IV: Assessment

Introduction 13 Measurement of human body composition to assess obesity

Introduction to body composition assessment Anthropometry Two-compartment measurement approaches Three- and four-compartment measurement approaches Five-level, theoretical model Imaging techniques Spectroscopy Measurement methods most applicable in clinical and research settings Conclusion

14 Assessment of obesity risk in the community

Introduction Definition of community The burden of obesity in communities Methods of community assessment Novel approaches to community assessment Summary Acknowledgment

Part V: Prevention and Intervention Approaches and Settings

Introduction 15 Behavioral approaches to the treatment of obesity

Introduction The promise and challenge of behavioral treatment: short- and long-term effectiveness Principles and structure of behavioral treatment Components of behavioral treatment Dietary components of behavioral treatment Physical activity components of behavioral treatment Improving weight loss maintenance Conclusion

16 Non-dieting approaches to the treatment of obesity

Assumptions Non-dieting programs: goals and methods Empirical support A critical view Conclusion Acknowledgments

17 Dietary intervention approaches to the treatment of obesity

Introduction Energy balance basics Diet strategies Categorizing diets The diets Conclusions

18 Pharmacological approaches to the treatment of obesity

Introduction Energy balance equation and targets of drugs Principles for using obesity medications Selecting patients suitable for using medications for weight management Benefits of modest weight loss Drugs used Drugs approved by the FDA for long-term treatment of overweight Drugs approved by the FDA for Short-term treatment of overweight Drugs approved by the FDA for a use other than obesity Drugs with phase III clinical trials, but not approved by the FDA Conclusions

19 Surgical treatment of severe obesity: patient selection and screening, surgical options, and nutritional management

Introduction Patient selection Preoperative assessment Surgical options and outcomes Nutritional management and follow-up Conclusion

20 Metabolic consequences of weight reduction

Evidence that body weight is regulated Energy homeostasis following weight reduction Energy intake Implications for the management of weight reduction Summary

21 The role of physical activity in weight loss and weight loss maintenance

Introduction Relationship between physical activity and weight change Difference between activity and exercise Effect of physical activity on weight Measurement of physical activity Methods and theories to initiate and maintain physical activity among overweight and obese Diversity issues in physical activity and weight loss: underserved populations Summary, recommendations, and conclusion

22 The challenge of weight loss maintenance: successful losers

Defining weight loss maintenance Prevalence of weight loss maintenance Maintenance of weight loss after behavioral programs Health impact of modest weight loss Why is maintenance so difficult? Research on successful weight loss maintainers—The National Weight Control Registry Research testing strategies for weight loss maintenance Summary and conclusions Acknowledgment

23 Treatment of obesity in the primary care setting

Introduction: Why primary caregivers rarely treat obesity Assessment Evaluation Management Conclusion

24 Worksite health promotion for obesity prevention

Introduction and background Worksite interventions: evidence of the need for health promotion Health promotion opportunity for worksites: guidelines for development and implementation of worksite wellness programs Summary and conclusions

25 Treatment of overweight and obesity in children

Intervention: Selecting weight management approaches Evidence for specific approaches to modify behavior The practice of specific approaches to modify behaviors Useful approaches for health providers, families, and children Special approaches for overweight and obese children and adolescents Conclusion—putting weight management into perspective

26 School-based interventions for overweight and obesity prevention

Introduction Overview of school-based obesity prevention programs An innovative approach based on inquiry-based science education—choice, control and change Conclusion

27 Preventing childhood obesity: It Takes a Nation

Introduction The case for prevention as a national priority The complexity of prevention Settings for prevention: It Takes a Nation Obesity prevention in rural areas Gaps in the data and research needs Summary and conclusion

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