Obesity

by Lauri S. Friedman (Editor)

Overview

Editor Lauri S. Friedman has compiled several compelling essays that debate various issues relating to obesity. Across three chapters, readers will evaluate whether obesity is a serious problem, whether it can be prevented, and what role the government should play in fighting obesity. Essay sources include the Trust for America's Health, Weight Control Information Network, and the Colorado Springs Gazette.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780737750836
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	12/04/2010
Series:	Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints Series
Pages:	144
Sales rank:	1,032,032
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

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Editorial Reviews

Review: Obesity "The titles in this series will be useful for students studying debate topics or researching for papers. It also teaches the valuable lesson that there are two sides to every issue."—ARBA, March 2009

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