Obesity

Links to Reliable Information and Reference Websites

Childhood Obesity Resources:

• Let's Move - Childhood Obesity Resources
• KidsHealth.org
• Center for Disease Control (CDC): Childhood Obesity Facts
• FoodCorps.org - Connecting Kids with Real, Healthy Food

Definitions and Facts:

• Obesity Society - Obesity Research, Education, Advocacy
• MedicineNet.com: Obesity
• News-Medical: What is Obesity?
• Center for Disease Control (CDC): Adult Obesity Facts
• EndocrineFacts.org - Obesity Facts and Figures
• American Heart Association: Obesity Information
• Center for Disease Control (CDC): Overweight and Obesity
• American Psychological Association: Obesity
• World Health Organization: Obesity
• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Overweight and Obesity
• US Department of Agriculture (USDA): Weight & Obesity

Tools, Programs, and Activities:

• The President's Challenge - USA's Fitness/Nutrition Program
• Walk From Obesity: Prevention, Education, Research & Treatment
• ChooseMyPlate.gov - Calorie/Activity Tracker, BMI Calculator, & More
• HealthFinder: Watch Your Weight
• Your Weight Matters Challenge - Free Toolkit (in English or Spanish)