Additional Resources
The following organizations have information and educational materials available to the public on health problems associated with being overweight.
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
P.O. Box AMS
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20892
Tel: (301) 495-4484
Web:
www.nih.gov/niams/
National Cancer Institute
Office of Cancer Communications
Building 31, Room 10A16
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20892
Tel: (800) 4-CANCER (4-226237)
E-mail: cis@icicc.nci.nih.gov
Web:
www.nci.nih.gov
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
1 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3560
Tel: (301) 654-3327
Fax: (301) 907-8906
E-mail: ndic@info.niddk.nih.gov
Web:
www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm
National Digestive Diseases
Information Clearinghouse
2 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3570
Tel: (301) 654-3810
Fax: (301) 907-8906
E-mail: nddic@info.niddk.nih.gov
Web:
www.niddk.nih.gov/health/digest/digest.htm
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center
P.O. Box 30105
Bethesda, MD 20824-0105
Tel: (301) 251-1222
Fax: (301) 251-1223
E-mail: nhlbiic@dgsys.com
Web:
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/index.htm
Weight-control Information Network
1 Win Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3665
Tel: (202) 828-1025 or 1-877-946-4627
Fax: (202) 828-1028
E-mail: win@info.niddk.nih.gov
The Weight-control Information Network (WIN) is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), part of the National Institutes of Health, under the U.S. Public Health Service. Authorized by Congress (Public Law 103-43), WIN assembles and disseminates to health professionals and the public information on weight control, obesity, and nutritional disorders. WIN responds to requests for information; develops, reviews, and distributes publications; and develops communications strategies to encourage individuals to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Publications produced by the clearinghouse are reviewed carefully for scientific accuracy, content, and readability.
Additional Reading
Weight Loss for Life. NIH Publication No. 98-3700. This booklet describes different types of weight-loss programs and important elements of a successful weight-loss plan. Available from the Weight-control Information Network (WIN).
Understanding Adult Obesity. NIH Publication No. 94-3680. This fact sheet describes the causes of obesity, how it is measured, and its associated health risks. Available from WIN.
Physical Activity and Weight Control. NIH Publication No. 96-4031. This fact sheet explains how physical activity helps promote weight control and other ways it benefits one's health. It also describes different types of physical activity and provides tips on how to become more physically active. Available from WIN.
Gastric Surgery for Severe Obesity. NIH Publication No. 96-4006. This fact sheet describes the different types of surgery used to treat severe obesity. It explains how gastric surgery promotes weight loss and the benefits and risks of each procedure. Available from WIN.
Dieting and Gallstones. NIH Publication No. 94-3677. This fact sheet describes what gallstones are, how weight loss may cause them, and how to lessen the risk of developing them. Available from WIN.
Nutrition and Your Health: Dietary Guidelines for Americans, Fifth Edition. Home and Garden Bulletin No. 232. 2000. This booklet provides advice for healthy Americans 2 years of age and older about food choices that promote health and prevent disease. It stresses the important roles a balanced diet and physical activity play in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
