Obesity: An economic and financial perspective

Rajeev Goel

Journal of Economics and Finance, 2006, vol. 30, issue 3, 317-324

Abstract: Obesity has been slowly increasing in most countries. This problem has increased to an extent that it is being labeled an epidemic and a leading cause of preventable deaths, second only to smoking. This paper provides a synthesis of the extant economics literature on obesity. More importantly, a framework outlining the economic causes and effects of obesity is discussed. The causes of obesity are many, including economic, technical, historical, and biological. The effects of obesity can be external or internal. These effects, in turn, can be direct or indirect. Recommendations for governments and businesses and directions for future research are discussed. Copyright Academy of Economics and Finance 2006

Date: 2006
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DOI: 10.1007/BF02752738

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