Hunter, William, 1971-

How genetics and environment shape us : the destined body / by William Hunter. - Philadelphia : Mason Crest Publishers, c2006. - 104 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. - Obesity : modern-day epidemic . - Obesity (Philadelphia, Pa.) .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 100) and index.

Obesity: a growing epidemic -- The nuts and bolts of genetics -- The genetics of obesity -- Environmental factors and obesity -- The effect of socioeconomic status -- It's a simple question of nature vs. nurture, right?.

ISBN: 1590849485

LCCN: 2004027579

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Obesity--Genetic aspects.
Obesity--Social aspects.

LC Class. No.: RC628 / .H865 2006

Dewey Class. No.: 616.3/98042