Medications and surgeries for weight loss : when dieting isn't enough / by William Hunter.
| Author/creator | Hunter, William, 1971- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Philadelphia : Mason Crest Publishers, 2006. |
| Description | 104 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Obesity : modern-day epidemic Obesity (Philadelphia, Pa.) ^A1137743 |
| Contents | What's obesity all about? -- Isn't there anything to keep me from being so hungry all the time? -- Is there anything that changes how my body deals with fat? -- Is there anything I can use to help me lose weight without going to the doctor? -- What about the chemicals my body already makes? -- What if the medicine isn't right for me? -- Don't I have other choices? I like my small intestine! -- What else is left? |
| Abstract | This book explores some of the more extreme treatment options for obesity, such as drug therapy or surgery, and emphasizes many drugs are only approved for short-term usage. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| ISBN | 1590849477 |
| ISBN | 9781590849477 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 616.3 H919M | ✔ Available | Place Hold |