Obesity Care
Common treatments for overweight and
obesity include losing weight through healthy eating, being more physically active, and making other changes to your usual habits. Weight-management programs may help some people lose weight or keep from regaining lost weight. Some people who have
obesity are unable to lose enough weight to improve their
health or are unable to keep from regaining weight. In such cases, a doctor may consider adding other treatments, including weight-loss medicines, weight-loss devices, or bariatric surgery. Experts recommend losing 5 to 10 percent of your body weight within the first 6 months of treatment. If you weigh 200 pounds, this means losing as little as 10 pounds. Losing 5 to 10 percent of your weight may help lower your chances of developing
health problems related to overweight and
obesity improve
health problems related to overweight and obesity, such as
high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. People who are overweight or have
obesity should also start regular
physical activity when they begin their healthy eating plan. Being active may help you use calories. Regular
physical activity may help you stay at a healthy weight. Changing your eating and
physical activity habits and lifestyle is difficult, but with a plan, effort, regular support, and patience, you may be able to lose weight and improve your health.
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