Weight Loss

Studies from Xavier University provide new data on weight loss

Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, June 3rd, 2008

"The prevalence of obesity has reached epidemic proportions in recent years. Therapeutic lifestyle change is widely accepted as the best first step for managing cardiometabolic risk factors," scientists writing in the journal Diabetes Educator report.

"however, find it difficult to adhere to these recommendations, and many ultimately require pharmacotherapy to achieve treatment goals for blood pressure, glucose, and lipids. Although there are many safe and effective agents for managing these 3 cardiometabolic risk factors, pharmacologic options for weight loss are limited. Researchers have shown that dietary counseling helps some patients achieve weight loss, but...

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Source: TB and Outbreaks Week (2008-06-03)

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