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Detection of individuals at risk of future diseases and implementation of programs to reduce risk of progression to disease are fundamental objectives of reducing the burden of medical conditions such as diabetes. Prevention of diabetes also offers the opportunity to…

Additional content is available online at Elsevier eBooks for Practicing Clinicians A medical perspective defines obesity as excess body fat associated with comorbid conditions and increasing mortality risk. This chapter discusses basic concepts on the cause of obesity as it…