New comparison studies show the popular weight-loss medications might not reduce certain complications as well as surgical interventions, but there's still plenty of positive news surrounding them.
Among patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, the rate of advanced fibrosis is more than twice as high in slim patients than in patients with overweight or obesity.
1. In this cross-sectional study, the association between sleep time and hepatic steatosis index (HSI) was dependent on body mass index (BMI). 2. However, analyses showed that sleep time may explain 39% of the relationship between body fat distribution and HSI. Evidence Rating Level: 3 (Average) It is well known that sleep is a factor
Several exercise modalities improve sleep quality in patients with sleep disorders 1. In this systematic review and network meta-analysis, mind-body exercise, moderate aerobic exercise combined with light strength exercise, and moderate aerobic exercise alone were more effective than passive controls in improving sleep quality in those with sleep disorders. 2. However, the most effective treatment
1. In this randomized controlled trial, in non-alcohol fatty liver disease (NAFLD) patients who were on a weight-loss diet, pomegranate peel extract supplementation lowered mean body weight, waist circumference, body mass index, body fat index, blood pressure, lipid measures, and fasting blood sugar compared to controls. 2. Furthermore, pomegranate peel extract supplementation resulted in improved