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    All About Obesity  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page provides information on obesity and its treaments, statistics, etc.... Details >
    Obesity Action Coalition
    At A Glance 2007 — Physical Activity and Good Nutrition: Essential Elements to Prevent Chronic Diseases and Obesity
    Chronic diseases accounted for 5 of the leading 6 causes of disease in 2002 in the United States. Physical inactivity and unhealthy eating contribute to obesity and a number of chronic diseases, inclu... Details >
    National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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    National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health

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