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Weight loss studies in obese patients. Aspects of very-low-energy diet treatment and effects of obesity surgery on disability pension
(2010-03-02)
Obesity is associated with increased risk of serious medical conditions, impaired quality of life, reduced working capacity, and shortened life expectancy. Obesity surgery is the most effective weight loss treatment with ...
Adiponectin, the metabolic syndrome and atherosclerosis. Observation and intervention studies
(2006)
Adiponectin (Adn) has beneficial effects on insulin- and glucose metabolism as well as anti-inflammatory properties. High Adn concentrations are associated with reduced risks for insulin resistance and future diabetes, and ...
Obesity, Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Risk
(2020-05-26)
Background: The global prevalence of obesity is on the rise, contributing to increased incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Obesity has adverse effects on cardiac structure and function, ...
Health-related quality of life in obesity
(2003)
Aims: to document the impact of obesity on health-related quality of life (HRQL), to evaluate the effects of weight reduction treatment on HRQL, and to validate and improve methods for the assessment of HRQL in obesity. ...
Economic aspects on obesity. Results from the Swedish obese subjects study
(2001)
Aims: To analyse the patterns of sick leave, disability pension and drug consumption, and the willingness to pay (WTP) for obesity treatment among obese individuals. To estimate indirect obesity-related morbidity costs and ...
Meal patterns and obesity. Does snacking play a role?
(2006)
Aims: To describe meal patterns, especially snacking, in obese subjects compared to areference population and to evaluate the importance of meal frequency in obesity treatment.Methods: Two cross sectional studies; 1. Women ...