Lifestyle intervention programmes are efficacious in the management of obesity but often
report poor attendance and adherence rates that hinder treatment effectiveness and health …

The long-term weight management of obesity remains a very difficult task, associated with a
high risk of failure and weight regain. However, many people report that they have …

Objective: To investigate the influence of weight loss expectations (expected 1‐year BMI
loss, dream and maximum acceptable BMI) on attrition in obese patients seeking treatment …

Background & Aims Interventions aimed at lifestyle changes are pivotal for the treatment of
non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and web-based programs might help remove …

Physical activity plays a major role in the development and management of obesity. High
levels of physical activity provide an advantage in maintaining energy balance at a healthy …

Background: Data are limited as to whether participants in diet trials truly adhere to their
assigned diet and the factors that affect their adherence. Methods: We evaluated success …

Lifestyle modification based on behavior therapy is the most important and effective strategy
to manage the metabolic syndrome. Modern lifestyle modification therapy combines specific …

The high attrition rates in obesity interventions are associated with poorer weight loss and
maintenance for the individual and poorer overall treatment effectiveness and cost …

Objective: Binge-eating disorder (BED) is associated with obesity. Atomoxetine is a highly
selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor associated with weight loss. The purpose of this …

Bariatric surgery for morbid obesity is rapidly gaining popularity. Restrictive and/or
malabsorptive surgical interventions result in dramatic weight loss with significantly …