Obesity

Embracing weight loss maintenance may result in better physical performance and health outcomes.

Weight-loss surgery shown to improve quality of life.

Increased risk due to level of duration and degree of weight gain

A review suggests that added sugar in drinks impacts more than the endocrine system.

Adults aware of their prediabetes status may be more likely to exercise and lose weight.

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals pose a public health threat.

Findings suggest that Metformin may help overcome pubertal insulin resistance and aid in better glycemic control.

The link between obesity and diabetes possibly uncovered...

Orbera is a non-surgical intragastric balloon device that has been used for weight loss outside of the United States for over 20 years. It is now FDA approved to be used in the United States. The device is indicated for weight reduction in obese patients with a BMI of 30 to 40 kg/m2 who have been unable to lose weight with diet and exercise. The non-surgical procedure takes about 30 minutes. See Item #4

Patient, female, 54 years of age, type 2 diabetes and obesity, told me she thought her weight and subsequent type 2 diabetes related to overeating, especially large portions. She is being seen by a behavior therapist for her eating disorder. I started her on a GLP-1. Even at starting dose, she reported feeling more satiated, but still overeating. The dose was increased...