Obesity: Treatments

  • Obesity - Attacking the Problem

    01/01/03, PDR.net

    There's no way around it: To rid yourself of obesity you need to diet rigorously, though regular exercise is also helpful in shedding pounds and keeping them off. Although both over-the-counter and prescription medications help take off pounds tempo

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  • Obesity - Increase the Odds of Success

    01/01/03, PDR.net

    Unfortunately, success rates for long-term weight loss are low. It is estimated that only 20 percent of patients lose 20 pounds and keep them off for more than 2 years. An even smaller percentage maintain higher rates of weight loss. Your best chan

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