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The Economics of Obesity Poverty, Income Inequality and Health

This book offers a new perspective about the relationship of obesity to poverty and inequality providing a fascinating insight into the factors that influence individual choices regarding eating habits, diet and other behavioral patterns relevant to obesity. The authors explore a unique socioeconomi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Alavi Hojjat, Tahereh, Hojjat, Rata (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Singapore Springer Nature Singapore 2017, 2017
Edition:1st ed. 2017
Series:SpringerBriefs in Public Health
Subjects:
Medicine, Preventive
Health Economics
Medical Economics
Equality
Health Promotion And Disease Prevention
Social Structure
Health Promotion
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Different Perspectives on Causes of Obesity
  • 2. Consequences of Obesity
  • 3. Economic Analysis: Behavioral Patterns and Diet Choice
  • 4. Socioeconomic Factors: Poverty and Obesity
  • 5. Income Inequality and Obesity
  • 6. Data & Methodology: Obesity, Poverty and Income Inequality
  • 7. Food Policy Interventions
  • 8. Concluding Comments

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