Jeane Silva, Augusta University, United States
Obesity is a significant risk factor for life-threatening diseases that increase morbidity and mortality rates. Currently, obesity is a worldwide epidemic, and the prevalence of obesity has been rising at unprecedented levels. The obesity rate among adults aged 20 and older is 40 [....] » Read More
Title : Proposed shorter duration protocols for measuring exercise energetics utilizing whole room indirect calorimetry
Russell Rising, D & S Consulting Services Inc, United States
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Title : Empowering successful outcomes: Program strategies for clients using Anti-Obesity Medications (AOMs)
Bob Esquerre, Esquerre Fitness Group International, United States
In 2013, the American Medical Association officially recognized Obesity as a disease. By 2030, clinically defined obesity is projected to affect over one billion people globally, representing a significant public health crisis. Defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, [....] » Read More
Title : Redefining fitness: Time-efficient strategies for active living with AOM medications
Ann Gilbert, BS Purdue University, United States
As the use of anti-obesity medications (AOMs) continues to grow, so does the need to adopt fitness strategies that complement their benefits while addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals on these treatments. This presentation focuses on breaking traditional exercise [....] » Read More
Title : How to align stakeholders and accelerate obesity outcomes by enabling buy-in
Charles Bernard, Criteria for Success, Inc., United States
Many of the most promising obesity initiatives struggle not because of clinical shortcomings, but because key stakeholders fail to commit. Patients drop out Programs lose momentum Funders hesitate. Internal teams misalign. These are not just operational issues. T [....] » Read More
Title : Why is obesity chronic and relapsing?
Jyoti Manekar, OMA, OAC, AAFP, ABFM, GAFP, AMA, United States
Obesity, often misunderstood as a simple lifestyle issue, is a complex, chronic, and relapsing condition influenced by a combination of physiological, psychological, and environmental factors. Despite advancements in diets, pharmacological treatments, and surgical interventions, [....] » Read More
Title : The obesity trap: How neuromarketing fuels food addiction and obesity
Michelle Petties, Brand New Now Press, United States
The obesity epidemic is not just a public health crisis — it is a battle between medicine and marketing, where billion-dollar industries exploit neuroscience to override biology. While doctors work to treat obesity with medical interventions, food marketers weaponize neurom [....] » Read More
Title : Physiology of the anti-calorie diet
Auston W Cherbonneaux, Exercise Update, United States
There has been a misconception about energy in nutrition, exercise, and biological sciences, and that misconception is that we operate on the same thermodynamics as a combustion engine. This is the premise of the calorie measurement, and in this presentation I will discuss the th [....] » Read More
Title : Understanding and addressing the multifactorial nature of obesity: A comprehensive approach
Christina Campbell, Christina Campbell, DO, United States
Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition influenced by an intricate interplay of dietary, lifestyle, genetic, and epigenetic factors. Effective weight management necessitates a deeper understanding of these root causes to develop targeted interventions that promote sustaina [....] » Read More
Title : Wellness from within: Mini mindset shifts to create lasting change
Colleen Lindsey, Leading Notes, United States
Dr. Colleen Lindsey loves helping people improve their lives. Using her 150-pound weight-loss journey to catapult further change in her own life, she has identified six steps necessary for change to occur for people. Change happens when people understand themselves, adjust min [....] » Read More
Title : Practicing advanced applications in modern nutrition and exercise science
Auston W Cherbonneaux, Exercise Update, United States
With the knowledge that there is no combustion in the cell for energy production, and that all nutrients supply the body with energy, participants will now be ready to analyze applications, models, and methods for weight loss and weight management with a modern understanding  [....] » Read More
Title : Yeast application for desalting fibersol-2 to control obesity and colon cancer
Aboubacar Oumar Bangoura, Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry, Guinea
Dietary fiber has a number of other physiologically beneficial effects interrelated to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. (Barry V. and Leon P., 2001). Extensive epidemiologic evidence supports the theory that dietary fiber may protect against large bowel cancer. Correl [....] » Read More
Title : Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal Bypass(SASI) as a second stage after Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) – A unicentric experience from a Canadian tertiary bariatric center
Studer Anne Sophie, Sacred-Heart Hospital of Montreal, Canada
Background: Single-anastomosis sleeve-ileal bypass (SASI) is a 2nd-stage surgical option for initial suboptimal clinical response or recurrence of obesity after sleeve gastrectomy (SG). It is an emerging and interesting option, as it combines several mechanisms such as dietary re [....] » Read More
Title : Efficacy and safety of intragastric balloon placement in adolescents under 18 for obesity management in Pakistan
Masood Ahmed, Bolan Medical University and Health Sciences, Pakistan
This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of intragastric balloon (IGB) placement in adolescents under 18 years old in Pakistan. Seven patients (6 males, 1 female) aged 14 to 17 years with a BMI range of 33 to 40 underwent Spatz balloon placement. Adjustments were made based o [....] » Read More
Title : Immunological response to acute graded exercise
Pradeep Singh Chahar, Banaras Hindu University, India
Exercise provides significant health benefits by enhancing immune system function, supporting balanced immune responses, and contributing to overall health and quality of life. This study aimed to investigate the differences in immune response to the acute effects of high-intensi [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of psychological therapy methods on improving weight loss
Mohaddeseh Hasanzadeh, Dr. Moonfit Weight loss Organisation, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Weight loss is not just about physical changes in the body; it also requires psychological and behavioral transformations. Psychological factors play a crucial role in initiating, maintaining, and improving the process of weight loss. This article explores the impact of psycholog [....] » Read More
Title : Dahlmann-body-analysis: A tool in the weight management to identify patients at risk for metabolic syndrome
Nicolaus Dahlmann, Institute for Biometry and Nutrition, Germany
Background: The plasticity of human body in terms of surface area and composition is a challenge for health care units to address obesity. What they need is a cost-effective, easy to use tool to manage the daily clinical settings. For that reason, Dahlmann created a model that re [....] » Read More
Title : From cravings to clarity: Reclaiming power over food and feelings
Akshra Verma, Southern Illinois University, United States
Emotional eating is an increasingly prevalent behavioral pattern characterized by the consumption of food in response to emotional states rather than physiological hunger. It contributes significantly to challenges in weight regulation, mood disorders, and disordered eating patte [....] » Read More
Title : The role and effect of GLP-1s on the private nutrition practice. How they are changing the counseling landscape
Barbara Lincoln, Barbara B Lincoln Nutrition, United States
With the increasing use of GLP-1 medications for weight management, the importance of integrating nutrition counseling into treatment plans is paramount. There are complexities involved in supporting individuals on GLP-1 therapies, including addressing potential nutrient deficien [....] » Read More
Title : The burden of eating disorders in South Asians
Anoova Sattar, Olympia High School, United States
Eating disorders are extremely underreported in the South Asian diaspora due to cultural attitudes and perceptions of the illness and lack of resources for those who identify with this demographic. The goal of this presentation is to use lived experiences that have been collected [....] » Read More
Title : Impact of ligamentum teres reinforcement on hiatus hernia incidence in patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: A single-center, retrospective cohort study
Mahmoud Moustafa Nafie, King’s College Hospital NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Background: A hiatal hernia occurs when abdominal contents protrude into the mediastinum via the diaphragmatic hiatus, often due to weakened phreno-esophageal ligaments. Diagnosis involves clinical assessment, imaging, and endoscopy. Management varies from lifestyle changes to su [....] » Read More
Title : Chemical dialogues between host and gut microbiota following bariatric surgery
Jia Li, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Obesity and its co-morbidities have become severe health and socioeconomic problems. Surgical treatment for obesity, known as weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery, is remarkably effective in controlling morbid obesity and resolving type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgery, such as [....] » Read More