Obesity Medicine Made Easy

Obesity Medicine Made Easy by Ananda Chatterjee delves into the complexities of obesity, offering a comprehensive review of the latest evidence on various treatment methods. The text is practically oriented, enabling readers to readily understand and apply the knowledge to patient care. It focuses particularly on the lifestyle medicine approach to managing obesity. This involves applying the sciences of nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress, supplemented by cognitive behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing skills, positive psychology, and understanding the circadian rhythm.

This approach is integrated with information on anti-obesity medications and bariatric surgery, presented in a concise manner, making it immensely useful for the busy clinician.

Key Features:

• Captures readers' attention through a concise, lucid style and organisation of text.
• Offers clarity on a common yet complex topic to physicians, dieticians, nurse practitioners, and healthcare providers, facilitating a change in practice and aiding patients in improving their weight, which would, in turn, impact underlying medical conditions.
• Includes a comprehensive approach to management, combining the significance of medication, lifestyle habits, and behavioural change.