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obesity, weight reduction
OBESITY, ADVERSE EFFECTS, COMPLICATIONS
The adverse effects of obesity are well known to healthcare professionals and persons who live with this chronic diseaseIntensive lifestyle intervention is recommended as the cornerstone of obesity managementNew incretin-based, antiobesity medications could bolster the results of intensive lifestyle interventionExpert panels have suggested the use of antiobesity medications following intensive lifestyle intervention to induce additional weight reduction (which may be needed to achieve optimal control of obesity-related complications) or, at a minimum, to prevent weight regain