Debunking Myths About Weight Loss and Diabetes Management
Myth: Weight Loss is Less Effective in Managing Diabetes Than Diabetic Treatments
Truth: Evidence Supports Weight Loss as an Effective Management Strategy
Recent research published in the New England Journal of Medicine challenges the misconception that weight loss is an inferior method for managing diabetes compared to traditional diabetic treatments. The study highlights the significant benefits of bariatric surgery, commonly referred to as weight-loss surgery, in regulating glycemic levels and reducing cardiovascular risk.
Specifically, five years after undergoing the procedure, participants who had bariatric surgery showed marked improvements in several health metrics. These included enhancements in quality of life, substantial weight loss, and reductions in triglyceride and cholesterol levels, as well as decreased insulin dependency.
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Reference
Shauer PR, Bhatt DL, Kirwin JP, et al. Bariatric surgery versus intensive medical therapy for diabetes – 5-year outcomes. The New England Journal of Medicine. February 16, 2017. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1600869