Current Trends in Weight Management: What Advice Do We Give to Patients?
- Jackie L. Boucher, MS, RD, CDE,
- Gretchen A. Benson, RD, CDE,
- Stephanie Kovarik, RD, CDE,
- Brianne Solem, MS and
- Jeffery J. VanWormer, MS
Abstract
In Brief
Given the number of individuals with diabetes who are overweight or obese, it is essential for diabetes educators to familiarize themselves with evidence related to common questions patients have when they set a goal to lose weight. Educators need to work with patients to help them develop a realistic approach to weight loss that is consistent with their diabetes management goals.
Footnotes
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Jackie L. Boucher, MS, RD, CDE, is director of education at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation in Minneapolis, Minn. Gretchen A. Benson, RD, CDE, is manager of disease management services; Stephanie Kovarik, RD, CDE, and Brianne Solem, MS, are health improvement program consultants; and Jeffrey J. VanWormer, MS, is a senior program evaluator for HealthPartners in Minneapolis, Minn.
- American Diabetes Association
