Obesity: a pediatric epidemic
Greger, N.; Edwin, C.M.
Pediatric Annals 30(11): 694-700
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0090-4481 PMID: 11723887 Document Number: 532797
In this paper, the definition, epidemiology, aetiology and health implications of childhood obesity are reviewed. Strategies for the medical evaluation of childhood obesity are described, and the possible interventions for its treatment are discussed.