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Consensus Statement: Appropriate Consumer Education and Communication Programs for Weight- Loss Agents in Asia
Siew Pheng Chan,William C. Chui,Kwok Wing Lo,Kuo-Chin Huang,Normita D. Leyesa,Wen-Yuan Lin,Roberto C. Mirasol,Yolanda R. Robles,Beng Hea Tey,Thomas Paraidathathu +9 more
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Consensus statements promoting appropriate consumer education and communication programs for weight-loss agents in Asia are presented, indicating a need to raise public awareness of obesity and its health-related consequences.Abstract:
Background and aimThe increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity worldwide demands increased efforts in the prevention and management of obesity. This article aims to present consensus stateme...read more
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Comparison of 2-Year Weight Loss Trends in Behavioral Treatments of Obesity: Diet, Exercise, and Combination Interventions
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