Obesity, or Excessive Corpulence: The Various Causes and the Rational Means of Cure
1865
Obesity, or Excessive Corpulence: The Various Causes and the Rational Means of Cure
1865
Health & Medicine, Nutrition
Translated by Barrett M.
''Obesity, or Excessive Corpulence: The Various Causes and the Rational Means of Cure'' is a scientific work by J.-F. Dancel, first published in 1865 and translated by M. Barrett, M.A., M.D. The book examines the causes of obesity and presents rational treatment methods, emphasizing dietary changes and lifestyle adjustments. Dancel critiques existing medical practices and offers a scientifically grounded approach to managing obesity, highlighting its health implications and advocating for a comprehensive system that avoids extreme dietary restrictions.
