Obesity and Weight Management
Course #: EHS 650
Description:
This course describes characteristics of the global obesity epidemic and its health and economic consequences. Students learn the scientific basis of energy balance, energy metabolism, the regulation of body weight, and are introduced to neuroendocrine appetite regulation and the genetics of obesity. The importance of regular physical activity, health nutrition and health behavior change to prevent/reduce obesity in children and adults is emphasized. Students study important psychosocial factors related to obesity and explore emerging strategies for obesity treatment, including pharmacological and surgical approaches.
Notes:
Students may not receive credit for both EHS 350 & EHS 650.
Pre Requisites:
Offered in:
2025 Fall
| Section | Class Number | Schedule/Time | Instructor | Location | |
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| 01 | 3897 | TuTh 12:30 - 1:45 pm |
Milliken,Laura | Wheatley-Peters W01-0048 | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
09/02/2025 - 12/12/2025
Capacity:
18
Enrolled:
1
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about no-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes:
Non-degree exclude from list, Library and other resources, no cost materials
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