Patients With Seizures Experience Higher Prevalence of Vascular Risk Factors
Researchers examined why patients who experience seizures may also face a higher degree of vascular disease....
Obesity
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Q&A: Improving Obesity Care Through a Machine Learning Framework
It is imperative that physicians talk to their patients about obesity, make shared treatment decisions, and get patients to the right provider....
Treatment Modality May Reduce Obesity in Patients With Schizophrenia
Accelerated continuous theta burst stimulation (cTBS) shows promise in reducing obesity and impulsivity among individuals with schizophrenia....
Plant-Based Diet May Benefit People With Genetic Risk for Obesity
For those genetically predisposed to obesity, a plant-based diet, especially low meat intake, may aid nutrition interventions, impacting obesity outcomes....
Psoriasis Significantly Associated With Overweight/Obesity
Among patients with psoriasis, overweight and obesity make up a major health burden that can impact the disease course and severity, according to a study published in Medicine. Anna Czarneck...
Obesity Impacts Circadian Profile of Energy & Glucose in Humans
Altered circadian energy and glucose metabolism are correlated with obesity, according to a study published in Obesity. In a 5-day, in-laboratory assessment, Andrew W. McHill, PhD, and colle...
For Patients With MS, Group Behavioral Telehealth Program May Lead to Weight Loss
Participating in a group behavioral telehealth program may improve the ability of patients with MS to achieve clinically meaningful weight loss....
Coronary Artery Calcification Stratifies Mortality Risk in Patients With Obesity
Coronary artery calcification can effectively stratify risk for all-cause and cardiovascular (CV) mortality in people with obesity with no prior CV disease. ...
#VisualAbstract: Retatrutide effectively reduces body weight in patients with obesity
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#VisualAbstract: Daily Oral GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Orforglipron for Adults with Obesity
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Q&A: Weight Loss Pharmacotherapy of “Enormous Benefit” to Teenagers When Used Correctly
The decision to use weight loss pharmacotherapy for teenagers who have obesity should involve a personalized approach, specific to each patient....
How Emotional Intelligence & Body Image Influence Physical Activity
Study results indicate the importance of asking about and addressing body image issues when managing older patients with obesity or overweight. Obesity can reduce cognitive and emotiona...
GutBug: A Tool for Prediction of Human Gut Bacteria Mediated Biotransformation of Biotic and Xenobiotic Molecules Using Machine Learning.
Dietary components and bioactive molecules present in functional foods and nutraceuticals provide various beneficial effects including modulation of host gut microbiome. These metabolites al...
Mental Health Needs Unmet for More Than Half With Obesity
More than half of patients with obesity using weight management services did not feel their mental health needs were met, according to a study. People living with obesity have a 55% hig...
Genetic & Socioeconomic Risk Factors Linked With Metabolic Disease Prevalence
Providing care for people with T2D and obesity requires a whole-person approach, with attention to both medical risk factors and the environment. Genetic & Socioeconomic Risk ...
Weight Stigma and its Impacts on Mental Health
Weight stigma is when one is treated differently than others because of their weight. It can be overt or subtle, ranging from job discrimination to derogatory remarks from family, friends, c...
Building a Physical Activity Plan for Patients With Obesity
While exercise is not typically the primary driver of weight loss, it plays a critical role in weight maintenance. For those following a dietary plan geared toward weight loss, the incorpora...
Addressing the Problem of Obesity in the Exam Room
Physicians need to do a better job addressing obesity it in the exam room....
Number of Meals, But Not Timing, Tied to 6-Year Weight Change
Overweight and obesity are long-established modifiable risk factors for a number of cardiovascular diseases. Several behavioral approaches are commonly used to manage obesity, such as restri...
Incorporate Nutritional Guidance in Patients With Moderate Obesity
Study results suggest that incorporating registered dieticians into the nutritional guidance of patients with obesity can favorably influence health outcomes. Research has shown that ...
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