Weight Loss : A Multidisciplinary Perspective.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Himmerich, Hubertus.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (256 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : IntechOpen, 2024.

Summary:

This book covers timely aspects of weight loss related to the microbiome-gut-brain axis, ultra-processed food, probiotics, bariatric and endoscopic surgery, lifestyle interventions, patient-centered communication, and shared decision-making.

Contents:

Weight Loss - A Multidisciplinary Perspective

Contents

Preface

Section 1 The Microbiome-Gut-Brain Axis and Probiotics

Chapter1 Tryptophan Metabolites and the Microbiome-Gut-Brain Axis in Major Gut Disorders

Chapter2 The Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis: Tryptophan Metabolism and Potential Therapeutic Strategies

Chapter3 Probiotics and Metabolic Syndrome: A Bibliometric Analysis and Overview of Dietary Interventions

Section 2 Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

Chapter4 Obesity in Low-Income Communities

Chapter5 Understanding and Managing Obesity: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Chapter6 The Badly Behaving Brain: How Ultra-Processed Food AddictionThwarts Sustained Weight Loss

Chapter7 Bariatric Metabolic Surgery

Chapter8 Endoscopic Methods in ObesityTreatment

Chapter9 One Size Does Not Fit All: Complexity of Lifestyle Interventions in Primary CareT2D Prevention - Supporting Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance

Chapter10 The Interplay of Sarcopenic Obesity and Mental Health: A Complex Relationship

Section 3 Eating Disorders

Chapter11 A Collaborative and Therapeutic Approach for Measuring the Correct BodyWeight in People with Anorexia Nervosa

Chapter12 Psychoeducation on Medication for People with Anorexia Nervosa: A Quality Improvement Project

Chapter13 Empowered by Hope: Insights from Lived Experience in Eating Disorder Recovery.

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