8th Annual Association for Bariatric Endoscopy (ABE) Meeting: Practical Approaches to Treating Obesity and Related Comorbidities| May 2023 ABEANN2023-Diet and Nutrition - Latest Trends and Evidence in Obesity Management

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In this presentation on the latest trends and evidence in obesity medicine, the speakers cover various diet and nutrition approaches. They discuss the Flexitarian Diet, which involves eating more plants and less meat while still allowing for flexibility. The MIND Diet combines the Mediterranean and DASH diets and focuses on plant-based, minimally processed foods. Intuitive Eating emphasizes listening to hunger signals and viewing food as neither "good" nor "bad." Meal delivery services and intermittent fasting are also mentioned.<br /><br />The section on intermittent fasting explains different fasting methods, such as periodic fasting, alternate-day fasting, and time-restricted eating. The speakers mention that studies have shown modest weight loss and body fat loss with intermittent fasting, along with improvements in glucose control, lipid profiles, blood pressure, and inflammatory markers. They note that eating in alignment with circadian rhythms may improve cardiovascular health. While intermittent fasting seems to have benefits, it's important to consider reduced energy intake and weight loss as potential confounding factors.<br /><br />In summary, intermittent fasting may improve clinical outcomes such as body weight, blood pressure, and insulin sensitivity. Time-restricted eating is associated with health benefits related to circadian rhythms. Both approaches can help with calorie restriction and metabolic health. However, more research is needed to fully understand their long-term effects.<br /><br />The presentation provides references to scientific articles on diets for weight loss, intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and the relationship between circadian rhythms and metabolic health.

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Lalita Khaodihar, MD and Lauren Kort, MS. RDLi

Keywords

obesity medicine

diet and nutrition approaches

Flexitarian Diet

MIND Diet

Intuitive Eating

intermittent fasting

glucose control

lipid profiles

circadian rhythms

metabolic health