Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) affects over 500 million people, worldwide, and the cost of this disease is estimated to exceeded $970 Billion US dollars. T2D is comorbid with obesity and hypertension, and the purpose of this 6-month study was to determine if food allergy elimination is ef [....] » 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
Obesity is one of the most significant health challenges we face today. Even with the proliferation of promising treatments to help lose weight, achieving sustainable weight loss is better served when behavior and lifestyle changes coincide with medical interventions. But how do [....] » Read More
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
We are excited to present a groundbreaking session at the World Obesity Conference 2024, led by a distinguished expert in the field. This presentation will provide an in-depth exploration of clinically meaningful weight loss thresholds and innovative approaches to managing obesit [....] » Read More
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
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
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
Background: Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding (UGIB) is very critical medical condition related with high death rates. Tranexamic acid (TXA) has emerged as a potential therapeutic intervention to reduce bleeding and improve outcomes in UGIB patients. This comprehensive meta-analysi [....] » Read More
Background: Serotonin has been suggested to be a possible mediator in the pathophysiology of COVID-19, linking the pulmonary, intestinal, cardiac, neurological, and psychiatric manifestations of severe COVID-19 in people with diabetes and obesity. On the other hand, psychosocial [....] » Read More
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
Obesity is a medical condition associated with 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, specifi [....] » Read More
I will offer a 3-part framework to understand and overcome emotional eating. The first part includes an overview of shame around eating, the neuroscience of food addiction/emotional eating, and marketing and media influences (Learning). The second addresses family messages, socie [....] » Read More
Obesity is strongly associated with ill health and obesity is mainly influenced by energy intake and energy expenditure via mechanisms based on needs of energy and reward (1,2,3). The hypothalamus plays a major role in feeding control (4,5), particularly the arcuate nucleus (ARC) [....] » 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
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 [....] » 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
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
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
Obesity in women is a Growing global health concern with significant physical, emotional and social implications. Obesity is measure by BMI of 30 or more, Obesity is due to excess accumulation of Body fat. Several factors contribute to obesity in women wiz. Genetic and environmen [....] » Read More
Global obesity rates are rising, which is seriously compromising people's general health. Actually, a number of pathological illnesses have been linked to obesity, which has increased the general mortality. Specifically, being overweight or obese is well established to increa [....] » 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
Glucagon-Like-Peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1) and dual receptor agonists targeting Glucose-Dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide (GIP) present a novel treatment approach for obesity. Insight into the GLP-1 patient experience is limited. Aim: To explore the perspectives [....] » 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: 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
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
In today's digital era, where technological advancements have reshaped our lives, building resilience and confidence among younger generations has become increasingly crucial. This enlightening presentation will showcase how dance can play a pivotal role in restoring and enha [....] » Read More
The impact of weight on hormonal health, causes of obesity, the importance of a balanced diet. Audience take away notes: What are the main causes of obesity How weight affects thyroid health and dysregulates hormonal balance The role of thyroid on weight management [....] » Read More
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
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
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
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
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 : Advancing enobosarm, an oral novel Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator (SARM), to avoid muscle loss and augment fat loss when combined with a Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist (GLP-1 RA) drugs for potentially higher quality weight loss
Mitchell S Steiner, Veru Inc, United States
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
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 : 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 : 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 : 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 : Information technology as an enabler for prevention and management of diabetes mellitus: The present and the future
Akhila Harinarayan, Information Services Group (ISG), India
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
Title : Artificial intelligence in insulin therapy
Arvind Bhaktavatsala, AMD Pvt Ltd, India
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
Title : A lycopene rich diet: An ozempic alternative
Sandi Assaf, SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
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
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 : Weight bias in Healthcare Settings and College Campuses: A guide to acknowledging sizeism, the impacts of discrimination, and advocating for change
Allison Insunza, California State University, United States
Weight stigma refers to individuals' social devaluation and denigration due to their excess body weight, leading to negative attitudes, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination. More than 40% of U.S. adults have reported experiencing a form of weight stigma. That stigma can [....] » Read More
Title : Building personalized patient weight loss diet plans
Sandi Assaf, SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Description: Learn how to create a personalized weight loss plan that can achieve patient goals while respecting lifestyles and restrictions. Although many current diet trends and medications have shown to be effective short term, there may be long term vitamin and mineral defici [....] » 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 : Association between serum vitamin D levels and obesity in Korean adults based on the National Health and nutrition examination survey
Jaedong Lee, The Catholic University of Korea Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, Korea, Republic of
Background: Korea is one of the countries in which vitamin D deficiencies are prevalent, and many studies have recently reported that vitamin D deficiency may be associated with obesity. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between serum vitamin D (25(OH)D) l [....] » Read More
Title : Psychological Interventions for treating eating disorders in children, review
Mohaddeseh Hasanzadeh, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Findings indicate that psychological interventions especially motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as interventions to treat eating disorders are effective and durable. The psychological interventions reviewed here are successful interventions that Imp [....] » Read More