Results are promising for patients with obesity when yoga and nutrition advice are combined with a diet plan. Among patients with obesity, 65-78 percent are estimated to have hypertension.1 Hypertension increases a patient’s chances of developing heart disease, kidney disease,…
Patients with obesity may be at greater risk of contracting a severe case of COVID-19. Asthma is a common comorbidity for patients with obesity and is a recognized risk factor. For example, there is a greater risk of experiencing more…
Managing gestational weight gain in women with can improve pregnancy outcomes. Among women of reproductive age, it is estimated that 20 percent of them are women with obesity1. Women with obesity experience increased risks of complications during pregnancy that include…
There is growing evidence to suggest that consideration should be given to cognitive function as a risk factor in patients with obesity. When we think about patients with obesity, we tend to think primarily about how weight affects cardiovascular, endocrine,…
Pulmonary issues are common among people with obesity — with even more severe outcomes for patients with COPD. Among the many health challenges experienced by people with obesity, pulmonary issues are common. Excess fat compresses the lungs, diaphragm, and chest…
Personality traits are associated with a range of health outcomes, including obesity. While many groups share similar interests and common characteristics, every individual has their own unique personality. Personality reflects how people think, feel, and behave based on their interests,…
Weight loss programs can have a tremendous positive impact on patients’ wellbeing and the health care system, even when it’s hard to track their bottom line contribution. Whether your health care system’s fiscal year ends in June, September, or December,…
Most Americans experience back pain at some point in their lives, but the likelihood is significantly higher in people with obesity and can lead to muscle spasms or bulging or ruptured discs. Back pain is a common and costly condition,…
The link between obesity and various types of cancer is well-researched, and there is some evidence that there may be a connection between weight and cervical cancer. The link between obesity and several types of cancer is well established…
The bond between a mother and child is unique, and children often adopt their mother’s behaviors. For parents with obesity, this can lead to children with obesity. The bond between a mother and her child is unique, even as it…