Obesitat, avui

Authors

  • M. Assumpció Roset i Elias

Abstract

Obesity is the termusedwhen there is an excess of bodily fatwhich produces an increase inweight, if andwhen this is due to an increase of adipose tissue. Obesity and overweight are on the rise all over the world, both among adults and children. Genetic tendencies, environment and nutritional and sedentary habits are determining factors in cases of obesity and overweight. Prevention implies a correct nutritional education fromearly childhood both at home and at school. Proper nutritional habits as well as adequate physical activity are therefore essential factors to avoid obesity.

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Published

2009-03-11

How to Cite

Roset i Elias, M. A. (2009). Obesitat, avui. TECA: Tecnologia I Ciència Dels Aliments, 54–56. Retrieved from https://revistes.iec.cat/index.php/TECA/article/view/47513.001

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Food and Health