Measurement and Definitions of Obesity In Childhood and Adolescence: A field guide for the uninitiated

<p>Abstract</p> <p>This paper aims to guide readers embarking on the complex literature in respect of childhood and adolescent obesity. It opens with a discussion of definitions of 'obesity' based on overall fat levels and the significance of fat distribution. This is fol...

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Main Author: Sweeting Helen N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-10-01
Series:Nutrition Journal
Online Access:http://www.nutritionj.com/content/6/1/32