Effects of Dietary Control, Exercise and Anti-Obesity Prescriptions on Weight Loss: An Interview-Based Study
Journal Title: Obesity Research - Open Journal - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Obesity is a major public health problem all over the world. The objective of this work was to evaluate effectiveness of various weight management strategies. Methods A clinic interview-based study was accomplished in various nutrition clinics in Alexandria city and pursued the following data: demographic data, body mass index (BMI), lipid profile, comorbidities, with emphasize on the authenticity of the effectiveness of weight management strategies. Results The study comprised 2,240 participants following weight management strategies at nutrition clinics; 59.8% were obese (group I) and 40.2% were overweight (group II). BMI was highest among age group 30-40 years in group I and 18-20 years in group II. Weight management strategy by dietary control merely in 55.8% of group I and 59.5% of group II. 33.5% of group I implemented exercise training plan and 41.5% of group II respectively. Fourteen point seven percentage of group I responded to adjuvant antiobesity drug versus 1.5% of group II. The most commonly adopted anti-obesity prescription was Orlistat. Conclusion Participants who received anti-obesity prescriptions combined with dietary control and exercise obtained the best results when compared to other strategies, therefore anti-obesity prescriptions may be beneficial in conditions that are resistant to other weight management strategies. Comorbidities, particularly dyslipidemia; may partially impede effective obesity management protocols.
Authors and Affiliations
Hala M. Demerdash
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