A longitudinal analysis of physical activity and overweight/obesity in adolescents in Saskatoon

Overweight and obesity, one of the most common public health problems in affluent societies, have become epidemic not only in Canada but also throughout the world. Obesity is also a major contributor to the global burden of chronic disease and disability such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovas...

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Main Author: Lai, Hang Thi Kim
Other Authors: Muhajarine, Nazeem
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: University of Saskatchewan 2008
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Online Access:http://library.usask.ca/theses/available/etd-04232008-064522/