American Society of Bariatric Physicians: www.asbp.org

Defines bariatricians as Physicians treating obesity. Useful information about obesity.

American Dietetic Association: www.eatright.org

Provides information on nutrition and weight control.

American Board of Bariatric Medicine: www.abbmcertification.org

Information about board of Bariatrics.

American Obesity Society: www.obesity.org 

Provides education for general public and health professionals and advocates for rights of obese persons.

Over Eaters Anonymous: www.oa.org 

Assists in group meetings and provides social support during weight loss.

International Obesity Task Force: www.iotf.org

Provides education and advocacy for obesity to be viewed as a worldwide epidemic.

Take off Pounds Sensibly: www.tops.org

Membership group for information and motivation.

National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance: www.naafa.org

 Advocates on behalf of obese persons to improve quality of life and reduce discrimination.

National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute: www.nhlbi.nih.gov 

Provides resources for health professionals and the general public.

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases: www.niddk.nih.gov

Provides information on weight loss and control for health professionals and the general public. Includes information about physical activity for overweight people.

North American Association for the Study of Obesity: www.naaso.org

Interdisciplinary society that develops, extends, and disseminates knowledge in the field of obesity.

Shape Up America: www.shapeup.org

Provides general information on weight control and physical activity.