How Long to Read Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1

How Long Does it Take to Read Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1?

It takes the average reader 12 hours and 33 minutes to read Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1 by George A Bray

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In recent years, we've developed a much better grasp of the biological and other factors associated with the development of obesity. Reflecting our evolving understanding of causes and consequences, Handbook of Obesity: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Physiopathology provides comprehensive coverage of the biological, behavioral, and environmental determinants of this critical condition. This new edition is divided into five sections exploring essential factors involved in obesity research: History, Definitions, and Prevalence: Changes over time surrounding our notion of obesity, adiposity traits, and the epidemiology of obesity in various populations Biological Determinants of Obesity: Genetic and epigenetic evidence, fetal life and postnatal influences, the use of animal models in research, endocrine issues, molecular aspects, and issues related to viral infection and adiposity Behavioral Determinants of Obesity: The effects of food and ingestive behavior, smoking, breastfeeding, sleep duration, work/leisure time activity, and sedentary behavior Environmental, Social, and Cultural Determinants of Obesity: The role of agriculture and the food industry, the urban environment, social and economic aspects, cultural factors, environmental pollutants, and economic costs Consequences of Obesity: How excess weight affects and exacerbates a range of comorbid conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disorders, arthritis, and cancer This volume assembles the work of worldwide experts to deliver an up-to-date survey of the most essential information related to the causes of the obesity epidemic.

How long is Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1?

Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1 by George A Bray is 736 pages long, and a total of 188,416 words.

This makes it 248% the length of the average book. It also has 230% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 17 hours and 9 minutes to read Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1 aloud.

What Reading Level is Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1?

Handbook of Obesity -- Volume 1 is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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