From Undernutrition to Overnutrition: The Evolution of Overweight and Obesity among Young Men in Switzerland since the 19th Century
Objective: The global obesity epidemic continues, new approaches are needed to understand the causes. We analyzed data from an evolutionary perspective, stressing developmental plasticity. Methods: We present diachronical height, weight, and BMI data for 702,902 Swiss male conscripts aged 18-20 year...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2016-08-01
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| Series: | Obesity Facts |
| Online Access: | http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/446966 |