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The Economics of Obesity : Poverty, Income Inequality and Health
- Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- Providing a fascinating insight into the factors that influence individual choices regarding eating habits, diet and other behavioral patterns relevant to obesity, this book offers a new perspective about the relationship of obesity to poverty and inequality. The authors explore a unique socioeconomic model that helps build the framework to understand the causes of obesity and its relation to health, science, and economics. An essential read for policy makers who are seeking a framework to address this problem.
- Subjects :
- Poverty
Obesity--Economic aspects
Overweight persons--Economic conditions
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISBNs :
- 9789811029103 and 9789811029110
- Database :
- eBook Index
- Journal :
- The Economics of Obesity : Poverty, Income Inequality and Health
- Publication Type :
- eBook
- Accession number :
- 1472942