Download or read book Obesity Before Birth written by Robert H Lustig and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-09-23 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume will explore the epidemiology and the basic mechanisms of each of these prenatal phenomena, in an attempt to explain the role of the prenatal environment in promoting postnatal weight gain. This information will contribute to resolving the nature-nurture controversy. This information provides guidance to clinical practitioners involved in both prenatal and postnatal care. This volume further stimulates research into underlying mechanisms and prevention and treatment of this phenomenon.