Mental Health Outcomes No Better for Teens Undergoing RYGB
Self-esteem improved after 5 years in surgical group, but no improvement seen in overall mood.
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Lifestyle Intervention Improves Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Women With PCOS
Researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to summarize and update the evidence regarding the effects of lifestyle intervention, including diet, on cardiometabolic risk among overweight and obese women with PCOS.
CDC: Many Americans Are Inactive, With Southerners Faring Worse
Agency releases new estimates of physical inactivity across states and US territories.
FDA: Weight Loss Drug Possibly Linked to Cancer
Lorcaserin may potentially increase the risk of cancer, according to results from a clinical trial assessing the safety of the weight loss agent.
Experts Weigh In on the Best Diets for 2020
The Mediterranean Diet was ranked as the best diet overall for 2020, according to new rankings released by US News and World Report.
Whole-Fat Milk Consumption Tied to Lower Odds of Child Obesity
Meta-analysis: Odds of overweight or obesity lower for children drinking whole-fat vs reduced-fat milk.
Patients Report Negative, Nonexistent Discussions About Weight Loss With Physicians
For patients who are overweight or obese, clinical visits are often characterized by negative interactions and dismissive advice.
Cesarean Section Not Linked to Obesity in Offspring
No evidence found for young adulthood obesity of offspring born via nonelective, elective C-section.
Which Type of Exercise Preserves Bone Health While Dieting?
Resistance exercise alone or in combination with aerobic exercise was found to be better than aerobic exercise alone in reducing weight loss-induced decreases in hip BMD.
1999 to 2016 Saw Increase in US Adults Trying to Lose Weight
Parallel trends seen for increasing current measured body mass index and weight among adults.
Weight-Loss Surgery Improves Musculoskeletal Pain and Physical Function in Children
Researchers sought to evaluate the long-term effects of bariatric surgery on joint pain, physical function, and health-related quality of life.
Examining Changes in BMI From Childhood to Puberty in Type 1 Diabetes
The high prevalence of overweight and obesity in youth with T1D was consistent across a multinational cohort and persistent over time.
Depression Screening in Obesity: A Quality Improvement Project
Depression and obesity are commonly seen together, with obesity increasing the risk for depression and depression making weight loss harder.
Nurse-Led Patient Education and Follow-Up Improves Quality of Life After Bariatric Surgery
Researchers sought to determine the effectiveness of nurse-led education with follow-up services in bariatric surgery patients’ weight loss and overall quality of life.
Men Who Are Overweight, Obese Benefit From Exercise Before Breakfast
Timing of exercise and the consumption of mixed-macronutrient breakfast or carbohydrates may have acute and chronic effects on metabolic processes for men who are overweight or obese.
Consuming One Avocado Per Day Reduces Circulating Oxidized LDL
For adults with overweight and obesity, a heart-healthy diet that includes 1 avocado per day can decrease circulating oxidized low-density lipoprotein concentrations.
Treatment Choice for T2DM in Obese Teens Tied to Later Kidney Disease Risk
Odds of diabetic kidney disease higher in obese teens receiving medical therapy vs bariatric surgery for T2DM.
Pediatric Obesity Treatment Not Associated With Increased Risk for Anxiety, Depression
Researchers used patient databases to investigate the association between obesity treatment interventions with a dietary component and the change in symptoms of depression and anxiety in pediatric patients who were overweight or obese.
Would Warning Labels on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Affect Obesity in the US?
A recent study used a simulation model to project the possible effects of including warning labels on sugar-sweetened beverages on the body weight and dietary behaviors of US adults.
AAP Recommends Expanding Access to Bariatric Surgery for Adolescents
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced a set of practice- and system-level recommendations in a position statement presented at the 2019 AAP National Conference & Exhibition.
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