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Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention: Solving the Weight of the Nation
by Institute of Medicine, The National Academies of Science  on May 8, 2012
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The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation asked the IOM to identify catalysts that could speed progress in obesity prevention. The IOM Committee on Accelerating Progress in Obesity Prevention; Food and Nutrition Board released this report on May 8, 2012.

 

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LocationU.S. National
CategoryHealth / Exercise, Nutrition, & Weight
Wellness & Lifestyle
Prevention & Safety
 
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