Association of Morbid Obesity SupportSupport for bariatric obesity surgery patients and those considering this weight loss procedure. http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity |
Calculate your Body Mass Index(USA) National Institute of Health (NIH) page uses height and weight (english or metric) to determine degree of obesity. http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi |
American Obesity Association (AOA)Comprehensive web portal offering general information on obesity, current research and trials, treatment, prevention and consumer protection against fraudulent treatments. http://www.obesity.org |
NAASO: The North American AssociationAn interdisciplinary society whose purpose is to develop, extend and disseminate knowledge in the field of obesity. http://www.naaso.org |
Donald B. Brown Research Chair onA Laval University center dedicated to research, communication and education on obesity. http://www.obesity.chair.ulaval.ca |
Barbara`s Obesity Meds and ResearchPlain-language information on obesity medications, weight loss and diet studies written for professionals and patients. http://www.obesity-news.com |
Obesidad.netTreat your obesity disease with free weight loss tips, diets and nutrition advice. Ask Dr. Goldberg and health forum. http://obesidad.net/english2002/default.htm |
ObesityKey recommendations and advice on choosing a good program to follow. http://www.geocities.com/nutriflip/diseases/obesity.html |
KidSource Online: Childhood ObesityAn article that helps to determine obesity in children. Also describes causes as well as possible treatments and prevention. http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/obesity.html |
The Obesity Awareness and SolutionsInformation on the prevention and management of obesity. http://www.toast-uk.org.uk |
Excessive AppetiteA discussion about small weight losses and gains and setting some goals. http://www.alcohol-drug.com/obesity.htm |
eMedicine Health - ObesityConsumer health resource center providing an overview of obesity and its causes, symptoms and treatment. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/11506-1.asp |
Uncommon CourageInformation on eating disorders, size discrimination toward women and children, bodysize issues, health concerns and support. http://homepages.msn.com/supportst/lflyaway/index.html |
Roles of Mental Health Professionals inPaper presenting a case management model, assessment for treatment planning, clinical practice model, and behavioral health treatment options. http://www.sma.org/smj/97june2.htm |
The Complexity of ObesityDiscussion of the health, holistic, and other features of this disorder provided by Inner Self magazine. http://innerself.com/health/complexity_of_obesity.htm |
`Fat Virus` to Blame for Obesity?Story on Dr. Atkinson and adenovirus-36 (Ad-36). Links to other sites covering topic. (KDKA:CBS) http://kdka.com/specialreports/local_story_300161258.html |
Obesity-diet.comEuropean-based, professional web site dealing with diet and obesity. It is meant for the general public. http://www2.obesity-diet.com?ids=zthaalucarkecdrprjzo&ide=2 |
Michael D. Myers M.D. Inc.General background information on obesity. Includes the prevalence, a definition, causes, medical complications and treatments. http://www.weight.com |
Obesity WeekNews and comprehensive information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of obesity. http://www.obesityweek.org |
Rochester Center for Obesity ResearchRochester Hills, Michigan. http://ndhuran.tripod.com/rcorindex.html |
Obesity and the ZoneHigh carbohydrate diets, avoid illness, the insulin connection, heart disease, aging, food theory, and links. http://www.getzoned.com.au/obesity.htm |