Abstract
Obesity is a significant health problem in Australia and other developed countries and acculturation is one fo the many risk factors. This new book summarizes acculturation and anthropometric outcomes among sub-Saharan African migrants in Australia. The book further examines the relationship between acculturation and food, energy and nutrient intake and physical activity. Some policy recommendations are proposed.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Migrants Getting Fat in Australia: Acculturation & Its Effects on Nutrition & Physical Activity of African Migrants to Developed Countries |
| Publisher | Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| Pages | 1-162 |
| Number of pages | 162 |
| ISBN (Print) | 1600214967, 9781600214967 |
| Publication status | Published - 2007 |
| Externally published | Yes |
