It has previously been shown that consistent somewhat prolonged exercise (60 min per day) can substantially improve peripheral insulin sensitivity. In a similar vain, this exercise, if diet is maintained at the pre-exercise level as well as macronutrient composition, this will re [....] » Read More
Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy (CAN) is a frequent but underdiagnosed complication of obesity and diabetes mellitus. It has a strong influence on various cardiac disorders, including myocardial ischemia and infarction, hypertension, orthostatic hypotension, heart failure, and arrhy [....] » Read More
Highlighting the concerns that muscle loss caused by GLP-1 receptor agonists may accelerate the development of frailty in at-risk older sarcopenic obese patients with potential for physical function limitations, may be responsible for weight loss plateau where GLP-1 seem to stop [....] » Read More
In this presentation, we will delve into the transformative approaches to behavior change and weight loss. Drawing from over 10 years of experience, we will explore practical strategies for sustainable wellness. Attendees will learn the psychology behind behavior change, actionab [....] » Read More
Semaglutide, more commonly known as Ozempic, was approved in 2021 by the US Food and Drug Administration. Although originally intended for type 2 diabetes treatment, Semaglutide was found to help with weight loss and began to increase in popularity. It acts as a glucagon-like pep [....] » Read More
The prevalence of weight loss surgeries has increased worldwide, yet little is known about the process of screening and evaluating patients before surgery. Medical professionals in committees that serve as gatekeepers for bariatric surgeries face daily dilemmas and are compelled [....] » Read More
Introduction: As an RNA-binding protein, FUS has been extensively studied in neurodegenerative diseases and cancers, with a significant gap in knowledge regarding its role in metabolism, especially in adipose related obesity. The occurrence and development of obesity are closely [....] » Read More
Due to the availability of a large amount of data on Type1 Diabetes(T1D) and their variety, artificial intelligence (AI) techniques are increasingly being adopted in decision support systems for insulin therapy. Some of the state-of-the-art methodologies using AI and Continuous G [....] » Read More
The probable risk of getting diabetes or being diagnosed with diabetes is a difficult situation for any patient as they must deal with the associated complications and lifestyle changes caused by the disease. Science has progressed a lot in dealing with these complications and in [....] » Read More
Introduction: The world is a constellation of Homo sapiens with different orientation to life. This disparity in orientation had been of genetic, physiologic and phenotypic importance even before the times of Hippocrates. Due to phenotypic differences in waist circumference, the [....] » Read More
Obesity, Diabetes and Hypertension are among the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) affecting the developed and the developing world. but evidence shows that 15 million of all deaths attributed to NCDs occur between the ages of 30 and 69 years. The predisposing factors include modi [....] » Read More
Background: This study investigates the correlation between different adiposity metrics, such as total body adiposity (measured by Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist Circumference (WC)). with Insulin, Hepcidin, Ferritin, and glucose. Aim of the study the relationships between Insuli [....] » Read More
We here report two case of ovarian torsion We checked the presence of all possible factors that could explain the onset of the syndrome. Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) is almost exclusively associated with ovulation induction with gonadotropins OHSS continues to be a se [....] » Read More
This talk will use ‘real people’ case studies to demonstrate: The Power of Knowledge, Connection, and Action in Overcoming Obesity & Diabetes Key Points: 1. Beyond Information: The Synergy of Knowledge and Connection - Discover how personalised education an [....] » Read More
Aim: Effectiveness of indigenous Indian methods on obesity management Background: Obesity management utilizing Indian traditional medicines like Siddha, Ayurveda, and Varma are utilized in weight reduction and helps in achieving a brisk, and healthy life. By balancing the prop [....] » Read More
Worldwide, nearly 40% of adults are overweight and 13% can be categorized as obese. Health consequences of excess weight are well-established and include elevated risk of cardiovascular diseases, heart failure, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia and an overall increase in mortality. T [....] » Read More
Total Energy Expenditure (TEE) is comprised of four major bodily processes: basal metabolic rate (i.e., rate at which the body uses energy at rest), non-exercise activity thermogenesis (i.e., amount of energy expended performing daily tasks), thermal effect of food (i.e., amount [....] » Read More
Hippocrates said, "Let food be thy medicine, and medicine thy food." Today, there is a growing body of evidence-based medical research that supports the positive impact of the ketogenic diet on brain health. The diet not only has general implications for multiple non [....] » Read More
Background: Addressing the global obesity crisis requires new strategies, including exploring the role of dietary fibers in weight management among individuals with specific obesity-related genetic polymorphisms. Objective: To determine the impact of glucomannan, inulin, and p [....] » Read More
Background - Finding pharmacological targets for the treatment and prevention of obesity has gained more attention as a result of the significant burden that obesity places on patients and the healthcare system. This involves understanding the biological mechanisms that contribut [....] » Read More
Background: The number of individuals using digital health devices has grown in recent years. Higher rates of use with patients suggests that Primary Care Providers (PCPs) may be able to leverage these tools to effectively guide and monitor physical activity for their patients. D [....] » Read More
Obesity is a complex worldwide concern, impacting mortality, morbidity, and quality of life. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist medications are rapidly changing the landscape of obesity pharmacotherapy management. Yet challenges persist in understanding the curren [....] » Read More
Background: The number of individuals using digital health devices has grown in recent years. Higher rates of use with patients suggests that Primary Care Providers (PCPs) may be able to leverage these tools to effectively guide and monitor physical activity for their patients. D [....] » Read More
Headlines have been ablaze with a supposed miracle treatment for weight control, the use of injection semaglutides like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro--or its newer version, Zepbound. This frenzy sparks an important conversation on the state of dieting, for this may be the first t [....] » Read More
Background: The global increase in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is requiering higher demands in health institutions; It is a global emergency because of overspending that threaten social security, and kidney complications and cardiovascular damage, which affects millions enfer [....] » Read More
A condition that contributes to the sense of unhappiness, anxiety, or fear of identified and unknown objects called anxiety. This research aims to determine the protective effect of the extract of Prangos ferulacea in various anxiety models. The study was designed using three [....] » Read More
Introduction: The purpose of this pilot quantitative study was to examine the impact of a 6 week Occupational Therapy Based Health Promotion Program (OTBHPP) on adults who would like to improve quality of life and manage their weight. As recent as 2008, the CDC estimated that the [....] » Read More
BACKGROUND/HYPOTHESIS: The growing epidemic of obesity has increased the need for weight management options exponentially. Weight Loss Medications (WLMs) in particular have demonstrated efficacy in weight management and demonstrated efficacy in post bariatric surgery weight loss [....] » Read More
This culturally diverse group were Class III morbidly obese (BMI/Kg = 47.04, sd 9.70) pre-surgical bariatric participants who received pre-screening psychological assessments that included the Personality Assessment Inventory. A total of 41 subjects were included in this prospect [....] » Read More
Background: Polymorphism of genes that regulate fat metabolism in obese patients can be considered as of the predictors effectiveness of diet therapy. Aim: The study was to investigate the genetic predictors of standard low-calorie diet at different polymorphic variations ApoE an [....] » Read More
Introduction: Obesity is a chronic and multifactorial disease that affects more than 2.2 billion people worldwide. Treatment options for obesity have expanded significantly and include lifestyle changes, pharmacotherapy, endoscopic bariatric therapies, and bariatric surgery. O [....] » Read More
Introduction: Sarcopenic obesity despite being first mentioned in literature decades ago to date lacks globally recognized definition. This is partially due to lack of consensus on the cut-off points for sacrcopenia and obesity and hence standard diagnostsic critarae for sarcopen [....] » Read More
Introduction: The clinical manifestations of hypothalamic obesity mainly include severe obesity, accompanied by eating, social, and cognitive disturbances. It can be either genetic or acquired, and there is no specific treatment available. Case report: We followed two children [....] » Read More
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Title : Short duration metabolic measurements by whole room indirect calorimetry as an adjunct for obesity treatment and athletic training
Russell Rising, D & S Consulting Services Inc, United States
Background: Previously, 24-hour resting metabolic rate (RMR) or exercise energetics (EX) were determined utilizing metabolic carts, with typical measurement durations from 30 to 45-minutes, respectively (Balci et al, 2021; Guerrero et al, 2020). Major disadvantages of meta [....] » Read More
Title : 2-minute weight loss
F Buck Willis, IUHS School of Medicine, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Obesity in America continues to rise, and the CDC states that “The (annual) medical costs for people who have obesity were $1,429 higher” (than nonobese adults). Obesity is comorbid with Pre-Diabetes (PDM) which affects over 500 million people, worldwide, and the expe [....] » Read More
Title : Patient advocacy: Navigating the healthcare environment to protect your weight loss goals
Gretchen Holmes, Sam Houston State University, United States
Healthcare has gotten complicated, especially for patients who are trying to make informed decisions around their healthcare goals, and especially around obesity and weight loss. There’s a lot of noise out there. From provider-patient interactions to product misinform [....] » Read More
Title : The missing ingredient: Emotional intelligence training for the health & fitness sector
Bob Esquerre, Esquerre Fitness Group International, United States
The Health & Fitness Sector has never created a consistently effective strategy to successfully engage the 80%+ of the population that is outside of our Club and/or Studio environment. These customers do not feel safe and are not made to feel comfortable. We don’t creat [....] » Read More
Title : Enforcement actions and investigations targeting weight loss providers and clinics
Robert W Liles, Liles Parker, United States
In recent years, semaglutide medications have dominated weight loss headlines. Not surprisingly many weight loss providers and clinics have refocused their approaches, incorporating these drugs into patient treatment regimens. Unfortunately, the popularity of these drugs has led [....] » Read More
Title : Assessing MC4R gene variants and body composition in a heterogenic population
Jeane Silva, Augusta University, United States
Obesity is a medical condition assessed by increased Body Mass Index (BMI) and adipose tissue resulting from a complex interaction between genetic and environmental factors. The genes responsible for obesity are related to the leptin axis and the melanocortin pathway, specificall [....] » Read More
Title : A Food addict's lesson: Confusion. Clarity. Recovery
Michelle Petties, Brand New Now Press, United States
In this transformative journey, I share three invaluable elements that were once inconceivable to me: Peace around food, Pride in my body's appearance, and the Power to resist tempting culinary delights deeply rooted in my familial and cultural history. As a food and sugar ad [....] » Read More
Title : Body Acceptance & Self-Love: Helping students overcome conflicts with their physical bodies to increase feelings of self-worth, to improve mental health outcomes, and guide them in leading healthier, more purposeful lives.
Allison Insunza, California State University, United States
At CSULB, we have implemented an eight-week series that helps students overcome conflicts with their bodies. Not only have we seen immediate improvements in self-compassion, self-judgment, isolation, mindfulness, and preoccupation with their body image; this impact has been susta [....] » Read More
Title : Body acceptance & self-love: Helping students overcome conflicts with their physical bodies to increase feelings of self-worth, to improve mental health outcomes, and guide them in leading healthier, more purposeful lives
Angela Conte, California State University, United States
At CSULB, we have implemented an eight-week series that helps students overcome conflicts with their bodies. Not only have we seen immediate improvements in self-compassion, self-judgment, isolation, mindfulness, and preoccupation with their body image; this impact has been susta [....] » Read More
Title : Weighty challenges: Perioperative problems and complications in obese people
Elzbieta Majzner, Central Clinical Hospital of the Medical University of Lodz, Poland
Obesity is a prevalent health concern worldwide and has become a significant challenge in perioperative care. This abstract aims to discuss the perioperative problems associated with obesity and highlight their impact on patient outcomes. The audience, consisting of healthcare pr [....] » Read More
Title : Dietary shifts in China: the rise in consumption of fast-food meat products and their impacts on obesity and cancer risk
Iftikhar Ali Khan, Eastern Along Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd, China
Over the past three decades, rapid economic, social, and cultural changes in China have shifted dietary patterns from a traditional diet high in staple foods, coarse grains, vegetables, and fruits to a Western diet high in animal foods and other energy-dense foods. Currently, the [....] » Read More
Title : Yeast application for desalting fibersol-2 to control obesity and diabete
Aboubacar Oumar Bangoura, University Gamal Abdel Nasser, Guinea
The easier, low cost and helthier method for desalting fibersol-2 is called “yeast application for desalting”, which product is suitable for wheight management and to control diabete; compare to ion exchange chromatohraphy method for desalting fibersol-2. The method o [....] » Read More
Title : The interplay of dietary fibers and intestinal microbiota affects type 2 diabetes by generating Short-Chain Fatty Acids
Mazhar Muhammad, Guizhou University, China
Foods contain dietary fibers which can be classified into soluble and insoluble forms. The nutritional composition of fast foods is considered unhealthy because it negatively affects the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). Dietary fiber is resistant to digestive enzyme [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of sleeve gastrectomy on metabolic status in type 2 obese diabetics
Ibrahim El Bayoumy, Tanta faculty of medicine, Kuwait
Background: Limited data are available about evaluation of the effects of sleeve gastrectomy on the glycaemic control on diabetes mellitus. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of sleeve gastrectomy in improving the control of glycemic status in obese diab [....] » Read More
Title : Transitioning off of GLP1 agonists in a healthy way while maintaining weight loss!
Joshua De Leon, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, United States
Worldwide, nearly 40% of adults are overweight and 13% can be categorized as obese. Health consequences of excess weight are well-established and include elevated risk of cardiovascular diseases, heart failure, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia and an overall increase in mortality. T [....] » Read More
Title : Insights into the molecular mechanism of crotamine and potential targets involved in obesity-related metabolic pathways
David Melendez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico
Crotamine is a peptide isolated from the South American rattlesnake (Crotalus durissus terrificus) venom, it is proposed as anti-obesogenic bioactive due to its capability to diminish the body weight gain and modulate the carbohydrate and lipid metabolism in vivo. However, the me [....] » Read More
Title : 12-Month postoperative cognitive performance following sleeve gastrectomy
Isabel Michalak, Olin Neuropsychiatric Research Center, United States
Background: Prior research reports decreased multi-domain cognition following significant weight gain and both increased and decreased cognitive performance, with a focus on memory, following bariatric surgery. These inconsistent data leave room for further exploration of the iss [....] » Read More
Title : ACE2 activation by xanthenone prevents leptin induced increases in blood pressure and proteinuria during pregnancy in sprague-dawley rats
Hisham Al Shaikhli, Qatar University, Qatar
Hypertensive disorders and proteinuria are heightened in obese pregnancies, attributed partly to hyperleptinemia. Leptin, associated with obesity, correlates positively with body fat and is elevated in hypertensive pregnant women. Endothelial dysfunction, linked to obesity and hy [....] » Read More
Title : Weight loss maintenance after bariatric surgery
Annet Adegboyega, Sinai Hospital, United States
Introduction: Obesity is a major health issue in the U.S. and worldwide, having more than doubled in over 70 countries since 1980. High Body Mass Index (BMI) is a leading cause of mortality, contributing to diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Healthcare pr [....] » Read More
Title : In vitro antiobesity activity of some Himalayan herbs through a modified and rapid lipase inhibition assay
Radheshayam, HNB Garhwal University, India
Obesity, a persistent medical condition, has become a global health concern with significant associations to various hazards, including hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders. The present study aimed to assess the antiobesity potential of Himalayan herbs from the Ga [....] » Read More