Obesity & Weight Management
Course #: EHS 650, Class #: 3622, Section #: 01
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.
Course Details
Date / Time
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
We 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0048
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0048
Enrolled / Capacity
10 / 18
Status
Open