NHMRC Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Overweight and Obesity in Adults, Adolescents and Children in Australia

The Guidelines are intended for use by health care professionals including nutritionists, naturopaths and natural therapists who have contact with people requiring advice about managing overweight and obesity.

The Guidelines include:

• Overview of trends of overweight and obesity in Australia
• Contributing factors
• Process of assessment and management
• Discussion of weight management in adults, adolescents and children
• Resources and information

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Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Overweight and Obesity in Adults, Adolescents and Children in Australia (2013)