Myths, Presumptions, and Facts about Obesity

摘要: Background Many beliefs about obesity persist in the absence of supporting scientific evidence (presumptions); some despite contradicting (myths). The promulgation unsupported may yield poorly informed policy decisions, inaccurate clinical and public health recommendations, an unproductive allocation research resources divert attention away from useful, evidence-based information. Methods Using Internet searches popular media literature, we identified, reviewed, classified obesity-related myths presumptions. We also examined facts that are well supported by evidence, with emphasis on those have practical implications for health, policy, or recommendations. Results identified seven concerning effects small sustained increases energy intake expenditure, establishment realistic goals weight loss, rapid weight-loss readiness, physical-education classes, breast-...