Obesity Treatments and Controversies

Abstract

In BriefThe ideal model of obesity treatment is a comprehensive intervention including dietary, activity-related, behavioral, pharmacological, and/or surgical components that is geared toward individual needs, similar to the ideal treatment for diabetes. The main focus of any obesity intervention should be on health improvement instead of just body weight reduction. To resolve the controversies surrounding obesity, we must invest much more in research into the prevention of obesity and to ascertain those lifestyle or medical approaches that will make it easier for anyone to maintain a healthful energy balance.