Obesity Before Birth

Obesity Before Birth PDF Author: Robert H Lustig
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1441970347
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 411

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Book Description
This volume will explore the epidemiology and the basic mechanisms of each of these prenatal phenomena, in an attempt to explain the role of the prenatal environment in promoting postnatal weight gain. This information will contribute to resolving the nature-nurture controversy. This information provides guidance to clinical practitioners involved in both prenatal and postnatal care. This volume further stimulates research into underlying mechanisms and prevention and treatment of this phenomenon.