Please take this 1 minute poll on obesity management. Obesity is a complex, multifactorial disease influenced by genetics, environment, metabolism, and behavior. Rapid urbanization and socio-economic growth have improved living standards but have also led to unhealthy dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, contributing to the global rise in obesity. Over the past two decades, obesity has become a pandemic.
It is estimated that India has over 254 million people living with obesity. It serves as a precursor to various metabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular diseases, certain cancers, liver disease, neurodegenerative disorders, and reproductive complications. Treatment options include nutrition therapy, exercise, pharmacotherapy, bariatric surgery, and psychological interventions. A comprehensive approach integrating these modalities is…
