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Diet, Lifestyle, Medicine, and Beyond CardioKidneyMetabolic Strategies for Managing Obesity in People with Type 2 Diabetes

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In the "Tips to Improve Diabetes Care" webinar, experts discussed strategies for managing obesity in individuals with type 2 diabetes, highlighting diet, lifestyle, and emerging medications. Dr. Rosalina McCoy, the moderator, introduced the session, outlining the agenda and encouraging participant engagement through interactive features like polls and Q&A.<br /><br />The main speakers, Dr. Jamie Alondos and Dr. Dina Grazda, shared their insights on obesity management. Dr. Grazda emphasized the importance of individualized dietary interventions and debunking the notion of a one-size-fits-all diet. She discussed the link between obesity, diet, and type 2 diabetes, highlighting how 3-5% weight loss can improve glycemic control, with greater reductions aiding type 2 diabetes remission. She stressed flexibility in dietary approaches and encouraged practical strategies like carbohydrate reduction and higher protein intake, assessing patient progress within three months.<br /><br />Dr. Alondos focused on obesity treatments, detailing FDA-approved medications and new drugs in development. He noted the significant weight loss potential of drugs like semaglutide and terzapatide, which can bridge the gap between lifestyle modifications and bariatric surgery. He advocated for a comprehensive and individualized approach to obesity, integrating various therapies based on patient needs.<br /><br />The session emphasized treating obesity as a chronic disease, aiming for health improvements rather than just weight loss. The Q&A section addressed specific inquiries about macronutrient recommendations for kidney disease, medication use in related conditions, and managing weight discussions with patients prone to eating disorders, stressing the importance of linking diet changes to overall health outcomes.

Keywords

diabetes care

type 2 diabetes

diet

lifestyle modifications

obesity complications

weight management

glycemic control

dietary recommendations

continuous glucose monitoring

GLP-1 receptor agonists

patient-centered approach

Obesity Management

Dietary Interventions

Weight Loss

FDA-approved Medications

Semaglutide

Terzapatide

Chronic Disease

Health Outcomes