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Oral weight loss medications are pharmaceutical interventions designed to assist individuals struggling with obesity or significant weight management challenges. These medications work through various mechanisms to support weight reduction, typically targeting appetite suppression, fat absorption, or metabolic processes. They are prescribed for adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or those with a BMI of 27 or higher who have additional obesity-related health risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.
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Advice for Oral Treatments
Candidates for oral weight loss medications often present with complex weight-related health challenges. Typical indications include:
- Persistent inability to lose weight through diet and exercise alone
- Obesity-related health complications
- Metabolic disorders exacerbated by excess weight
- Significant impact of weight on quality of life
- Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
- Mobility limitations
- Chronic health conditions associated with obesity
Oral Treatments FAQs (6)
Weight loss is the process of reducing body weight through a combination of diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. It occurs when you consistently consume fewer calories than your body burns, creating a calorie deficit.
The goal of healthy weight loss is not just reducing numbers on a scale, but improving overall health, increasing energy, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
Most health experts recommend a safe weight loss rate of 1-2 pounds (0.45-0.9 kg) per week. This gradual approach is more sustainable and less likely to cause health complications.
Rapid weight loss can lead to muscle loss, nutritional deficiencies, and metabolic slowdown.
There's no one-size-fits-all diet. Effective weight loss diets typically share common characteristics:
- Balanced nutrition
- Portion control
- Reduced processed food intake
- Increased whole food consumption
- Adequate protein intake
- Plenty of fruits and vegetables
Exercise is crucial for weight loss and overall health. It helps:
- Burn calories
- Build muscle mass
- Boost metabolism
- Improve cardiovascular health
- Enhance mental well-being
Aim for a mix of cardio and strength training. Start with activities you enjoy and gradually increase intensity and duration.
Maintaining weight loss is often more challenging than losing weight. Successful strategies include:
- Continuing healthy eating habits
- Regular physical activity
- Monitoring weight
- Managing stress
- Getting adequate sleep
- Building a support system
- Practicing mindful eating
Treat weight maintenance as a lifelong journey, not a temporary diet.
Consider consulting a healthcare professional if:
- You have significant weight to lose
- You have underlying health conditions
- Diet and exercise aren't yielding results
- You're experiencing negative health effects
- You need personalized guidance
- You have a history of eating disorders
A doctor, nutritionist, or registered dietitian can provide personalised advice tailored to your specific needs.