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The Obesity Medicine Association Blog is the leading industry hub for obesity medicine. Find the latest research, expert insights, and practical tips to tackle the multifaceted disease of obesity. Hear from OMA Outreach Committee members, OMA Board members, and more to gain a deeper understanding of the complex factors influencing obesity and explore innovative approaches to prevention, treatment, and long-term management. Join a community of healthcare professionals, researchers, and individuals passionate about combating obesity.

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06/07/22

Pediatric Obesity Research Update | June 2022 Review

Each month, the OMA Pediatric Committee reviews a pediatric-focused obesity research update to help keep you up to date about the latest findings. This month’s update…

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06/06/22

Gratitude and Appreciation for Dr. McCarthy's Years of Service to OMA

The Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) would like to recognize and thank Dr. William (Bill) McCarthy for all his years of dedication and service to the…

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05/31/22

Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Management of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

The second-largest organ in the body, the liver, is essential for our digestive system. Its function is to break down food, store energy and remove waste…

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05/26/22

Food and Mood

May is Mental Health Awareness month and having lived through the recent pandemic we all understand what a toll anxiety and fear of the unknown…

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05/13/22

Obesity Medicine 2022 Spring Conference Review

With every OMA conference I go to, I always leave feeling invigorated and brimming with new ideas to bring back to my patients – Atlanta is no exception.

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03/01/22

Benefits Of Fiber-Rich Foods For Weight Loss

Dietary fiber has a much bigger role to play in health and isn’t just in the management of constipation. Several scientific studies and research now…

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01/20/22

Where Do We Go From Here: Impact of Racism & Racial Disparities on Obesity Rates in African Americans & Clinical Implications

The past few years were filled with many emotions as we adjusted to living through the COVID-19 pandemic. In the US we were also forced…

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11/29/21

Achieving Balance as Remote Work Environments Continue

The COVID19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on obesity as a major public health issue for two particular reasons. First, obesity is one of the…

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11/23/21

Healthiest Meal Delivery Service

Meal order services have become a very popular and a convenient way to eat healthier meals than going out to eat. Back in the dark…

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