Obesity Medicine Made Easy

This brief resource provides a comprehensive review of the latest evidence on treating obesity, focusing on a lifestyle medicine approach that combines nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and the circadian rhythm. It is practical and useful for clinicians, helping patients improve their weight and underlying medical conditions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 92 pages
Publication date: 18 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Obesity is a multifaceted disease that requires a comprehensive approach to treatment. This concise resource provides a thorough review of the latest evidence on various strategies for managing obesity. Designed with practicality in mind, it aims to help readers understand and effectively apply the knowledge to their patients. Specifically, it focuses on the lifestyle medicine approach, which combines the science of nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress with cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing skills, positive psychology, and the circadian rhythm. This comprehensive approach is complemented by information on anti-obesity medications and bariatric surgery, making it invaluable for busy clinicians.

Key Features:
1. Engaging and concise writing style that captures the reader's attention.
2. Clear explanations of a complex topic, making it accessible to physicians, dieticians, nurse practitioners, and healthcare providers.
3. Leads to a change in practice and improves patient outcomes by addressing the root causes of obesity.
4. Incorporates a holistic approach to management, emphasizing medication, lifestyle habits, and behavioral change.

Weight: 152g
Dimension: 138 x 216 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032443218