Obesity is a serious, chronic disease that affects more than 40% of American adults. The concern is that obesity is a disease that can cause other health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke,
Diets can be intimidating. There are a multitude of diets on the market – some are safe, and some are not.
A few small studies suggest certain foods may help promote weight loss for
Acupuncture is thought to help promote weight loss in obese patients by influencing hormonal communication with the nervous system, appetite control, and metabolic balance. Research suggests that acupuncture may modulate the hypothalamus—the
Naturopathic approaches to weight loss are supported by evidence in specific therapeutic domains - nutrition, lifestyle medicine, metabolic regulation, gut health, and select botanicals and supplements. Optimal effectiveness is achieved when interventions are
The study below is a systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials including 848 participants with simple obesity (obesity without other underlying diseases). The trials compared the weight loss effects of
