Educational materials

The “Education” section within the ECPO website, provides a wealth of educational resources about obesity. These materials are designed to offer insights into various aspects of obesity, its treatments, as well as the pervasive issue of stigma.

EASO develops education and training materials tailored for clinicians and healthcare professionals actively engaged in the treatment and management of obesity. Their comprehensive range of resources includes guidelines, webinars, infographics, and masterclasses.

ECOG’s free e-book is designed to equip doctors, psychologists, physical activity specialists, nutritionists, healthcare professionals, and policymakers with a comprehensive update on childhood obesity.

UNICEF’s guidelines offer strategic advice for countries to adapt their programs and support systems, addressing the evolving challenges in malnutrition. It underscores the importance of regulatory actions to enhance children's food environments. This publication is currently available in both English and Spanish.

This resource includes succinct research summaries regarding the causes of obesity, roadmaps outlining effective prevention strategies – particularly focused on child obesity prevention, statistics and trends showcasing the impacts of obesity on health and healthcare costs.

A collection of freely accessible infographics and visual resources developed by the European Coalition for People living with Obesity (ECPO) to explain key aspects of obesity, weight stigma, and the importance of respectful language and understanding.

This project by The Economist Impact explores the science, economics, and societal impact of obesity through data, expert analysis, and interactive storytelling. It offers insights into biological factors, global trends, policy challenges, and investment case for prevention and treatment, helping stakeholders understand obesity beyond individual behaviour.

This free resource from the British Dietetic Association offers practical guidance on healthy eating and hydration for older adults. It highlights nutrient rich food choices, adapting meals to changing needs with age, and tips to support overall wellbeing and healthy weight through balanced nutrition.

This open access review article presents a consensus based taxonomy developed by the EASO to standardise how obesity is defined and described across research, policy, clinical practice, and communication. The taxonomy provides clear terminology for key concepts such as causes, prevention, screening, management, and consequences.

This FAO publication explores how food systems influence diets, nutrition, and health outcomes, offering evidence and guidance to improve dietary quality and combat malnutrition in all its forms, including obesity.

The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) is a science based non profit organisation that provides accessible information on food, nutrition, and health to the public and stakeholders. Its evidence based articles, guides, and tools help people make informed food choices and promote healthier eating patterns across Europe.

ESPEN’s Nutrition Fact Sheets are concise, evidence based summaries on key nutrition topics such as macronutrients, micronutrients, clinical conditions, and diet related health. Designed for health professionals, educators, and stakeholders, they provide clear guidance to support nutrition care and promote healthy eating practices.

This article from Gut Microbiota for Health explains how the community of microbes in our digestive system supports metabolism, immune function, and overall wellbeing. It highlights the role of gut bacteria in nutrition, energy balance, and health, making complex science accessible for a general audience.

This guide, developed as part of the WA Healthy Weight Action Plan, helps media and communications professionals talk about overweight and obesity in respectful, non stigmatising ways. It offers practical advice on choosing language and imagery that avoids bias and supports positive public understanding of weight and health.