

Obesity and the new science of weight loss | Dr. Louis J Aronne
47 snips Jun 27, 2024
Dr. Louis J. Aronne, a leading authority on obesity and former president of The Obesity Society, shares groundbreaking insights on weight management. He discusses how obesity is a complex physiological condition, not just a failure of willpower. Dr. Aronne highlights the role of hormones like leptin and the impact of new weight loss medications such as semaglutide and terzepatide. He emphasizes the importance of combining medication with dietary changes for effective long-term health improvements in managing obesity.
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Obesity as a Disease
- Obesity is a disease, not a lifestyle choice.
- It involves physical damage to weight-regulating nerves in the brain, making weight loss difficult.
Overweight vs. Obesity
- Overweight is defined as a BMI of 25-30, while obesity is 30 and above.
- Further obesity classifications exist (class 1, 2, and 3) based on BMI.
Causes of Obesity
- The rise in obesity is primarily due to readily available, highly palatable, processed foods.
- Inactivity further contributes, creating an environment of calorie excess.