Motivational Interviewing Not Better in Weight Loss Programs
There is no evidence to suggest that motivational interviewing increases the effectiveness of BWMPs for controlling weight.
Weight Loss
High Instance of Medication Discontinuation Up to 5 Years After Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
Investigators compared rates of diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia medication discontinuation in patients who underwent gastric bypass vs sleeve gastrectomy.
Semaglutide Superior to Liraglutide for Weight Loss
Among adults with overweight or obesity, once-weekly subcutaneous semaglutide plus counseling for diet and physical activity results in significantly greater weight loss.
Weight Loss Tied to Earlier Death in Older Women
Loss of five or more percent of body weight among older women is associated with a higher risk for dying.
Liothyronine and Levothyroxine Facilitates Fat, Weight Loss in Older Adults With Subclinical Hypothyroidism
Subclinical hypothyroidism is common patients over 70 years old, but how well older patients respond to treatment with levothyroxine (LT4) and liothyronine (LT3) is not well defined.
Examining the Relationship Between Weight Loss and Knee Degeneration
Participants who lost between 5% and 10% or more than 10% of their body weight slowed knee joint degeneration, compared to those who maintained their current weight.
Grand Rounds Discussion: What Is The Role of Weight Loss Surgery in Obesity?
Despite existing guidelines, many eligible patients are not offered weight loss surgery as an option.
Fitbit Pitfalls: Electronic Tracking Devices May Not Provide Increased Weight Loss Benefits
Calorie tracker apps are often superior to fitness apps when it comes to increasing weight loss.
USPSTF: Intensive Behavioral Counseling Recommendations for Obese Adults Cost-Effective
Prioritization base on patient’s risk levels would lead to further health gains.
Maintenance Interventions Key in Long-Term Weight Loss
Post-diet coaching sessions have been found to improve the maintenance of long-term weight loss in dieters.
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