Practical tool aims to help GPs manage obesity Two decades’ worth of evidence has been collated into an algorithm GPs can use when managing patients with obesity.
National strategy ‘crucial’ to food security and obesity prevention The rising cost of living is a key barrier to healthy eating and curbing higher obesity rates. Can GPs help?
Weight stigma: Why everybody needs to act Weight stigma is one of the most common forms of discrimination in modern societies, alongside racism and sexism, writes Dr Georgia Rigas.
Weight loss can reduce need for diabetes and hypertension medication A whole-of-health approach is required to support people in healthy eating, exercise and wellness, according to a new study.
Could directly providing food to patients help support weight loss? Research suggests it can have overall health benefits. But a GP expert says dietary intervention alone may not be enough for some.
Breaking the cycle of shame and blame for obesity To mark World Obesity Day, Dr Georgia Rigas is calling to shift the focus from ‘loss of weight to gain in health’.
Obesity should be considered premature ageing: Research New research calls for obesity and ageing to be considered ‘two sides of the same coin’ as their associated diseases mirror each other.
Fat accumulates in airways, contributes to respiratory illness For the first time, researchers have discovered that fatty tissue builds up in the airway walls of people with obesity.
Helping GPs to discuss overweight, obesity and lifestyle changes LiveLighter aims to boost doctors’ confidence to start conversations with patients about managing their weight.
Changes to food labelling considered in fight against obesity But is it enough in an obesogenic environment?