
Related
Resources
CDC, HzZXealthy
Weight and Obesity Links
This page provides links to information on education and resources,
advocacy, and eating disorders.
CDC, Overweight
and Obesity
CDC’s overweight and obesity web site provides much information on trends,
contributing factors, health consequences, recommendation, and state-based
programs concerning overweight and obesity.
CDC, 2000 Growth Charts
This site provides educational material, computer programs, and reports
surrounding the 2000 growth charts.
CDC, PEP
PEP is a 12-week self-directed, worksite program to promote healthy
eating and moderate physical activity.
CDC, Physical
Activity: Energize Your Life!
This comprehensive site provides information about the importance of
physical activity and how to make it a part of your life.
National
Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
NIDDK provides a site full of information and statistics on overweight
and obesity, weight loss, and weight control.
NIDDK, Statistics
Related to Overweight and Obesity
NIDDK, Weight Loss
and Control
National
Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
This site helps people assess their risk for disease and aim for a healthy
weight.
Articles
Mokdad AH, PhD; Earl Ford, MD; Barbara A. Bowman, PHD; et al. Prevalence
of obesity, diabetes, and obesity related health risk factors, 2001.
JAMA 2001;289:76–79