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Weight and Obesity
General Information and Resources
Feet on ScaleFind resources and information related to definition of overweight and obesity, statistics, related organizations including the Weight-control Information Network, the National Weight Control Registry, and programs such as Smallstep.gov and Shape Up America, and more.
Treatment and Prevention Guidelines
Aim for a Healthy Weight coverFind national guidelines on assessing and treating overweight and obesity as well as statistics and definitions. Includes reports from government, health and educational groups.
Evaluating Weight Control Programs
Are the claims too good to be true? Find educational materials for evaluating claims and finding healthy guidance.
Practical, Healthy Weight Control
Forks, spoons and knivesUseful tools and resources for lifelong weight management. Includes links to BMI calculators, portion quiz, behavior modification guides, tip sheets, and more. Some materials are available in Spanish.
Adolescent and Childhood Obesity
Child obesityProvides links to background information and practical resources on weight issues in children and teens. Includes guidelines, statistics, growth charts, a body mass index calculator, educational materials and Childhood Obesity: A Food and Nutrition Resource List for Educators and Researchers (PDF|162 KB).
Non-Diet Approaches
Resources for promoting a positive body image and healthy living, including links to programs like "Active at Any Size" and "BodyPositive".

Last Modified: Feb 9, 2009  
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Weight and Obesity
  General Information and Resources
  Treatment and Prevention Guidelines
  Evaluating Weight Control Programs
  Practical, Healthy Weight Control
  Adolescent and Childhood Obesity
  Non-Diet Approaches
Consumer Corner
See Also
  Weight-control Information Network (WIN)
  Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Overweight and Obesity Information
  National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Guidelines on Overweight and Obesity
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