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Very Low Calorie Diet

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Affordable Semaglutide Alternatives and Diets Show Promise for Diabetes Management
health2 years ago

Affordable Semaglutide Alternatives and Diets Show Promise for Diabetes Management

A recent study suggests that combining semaglutide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, with a very low-calorie diet may be more effective in managing type 2 diabetes than either approach alone. The combination improved pancreatic beta cell function and induced significant weight loss, although the very low-calorie diet alone produced the most weight loss. The study highlights the potential of this combined approach but notes that more research is needed to confirm long-term efficacy and sustainability.

"Dietitian-Monitored Crash Diets Safe for Obese Teens, Study Shows"
health-and-wellness2 years ago

"Dietitian-Monitored Crash Diets Safe for Obese Teens, Study Shows"

A study from Sydney University suggests that very low-calorie diets (VLED) can be safe for obese teenagers if closely monitored by a dietitian, despite side-effects such as fatigue and headaches. The research involved 141 adolescents with obesity and associated conditions, who lost an average of 5.5kg over four weeks on the VLED. The study indicates that VLEDs can be a viable option for adolescents with moderate to severe obesity, but should be closely supervised by health professionals.