Migrants Getting Fat in Australia Acculturation and Its Effects on the Nutrition and Physical Activity of African Migrants to Developed Countries

Obesity is a significant health problem in Australia and other developed countries and acculturation is one of the many risk factors. This book summarises 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.