Medical weight loss

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Medical Weight Loss

Medical weight loss (/ˈmɛdɪkəl weɪt lɒs/) is a weight management strategy that is supervised by a medical professional. It involves a comprehensive approach that may include diet, physical activity, behavior changes, and medication.

Etymology

The term "medical weight loss" is derived from the English words "medical", which comes from the Latin "medicus" meaning "physician", and "weight loss", which refers to the reduction of the total body mass.

Definition

Medical weight loss is a method of weight management that is based on scientific evidence that targets the root causes of obesity and weight gain. It is designed to achieve substantial weight loss and improve health through methods that are safe, effective, and medically supervised.

Related Terms

  • Obesity: A medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health.
  • Bariatric Surgery: A variety of procedures performed on people who are obese.
  • Dietitian: A health professional who has a Bachelor's degree, specializing in food and nutrition.
  • Physical Activity: Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.
  • Behavioral Therapy: A type of therapy that focuses on changing or reducing the occurrence of unhealthy behaviors.

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