Fed Up!: Winning the War Against Childhood Obesity
by By Okie, Susan
Category: Health & Fitness , Weight Loss

In his introduction, well-known pediatrician Dr. T. Berry Brazelton discusses childhood obesity as a US epidemic. Dr. Okie, a family physician/medical journalist, addresses the trends that have resulted in "the fattest generation," and ways that schools and the community can help children reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reduced life expectancy. She includes resources. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)