In the course of their clinical work, physicians frequently come across patients who have diabetes and who express a desire to reduce weight quickly for a variety of reasons, which might vary from social activities to family constraints. Although it is quite normal to want to look one's best at a family wedding or on a trip with friends, these desires should not be the primary incentives for Type 2 diabetes weight loss when coping with a complicated medical condition such as diabetes. Unfortunately, between 80 and 90% of people diagnosed with diabetes are also living with obesity or overweight and this can be attributed to many reasons. Misconceptions regarding obesity and type 2 diabetes can have a negative impact on health.

Let's move our attention from short-term, external motives for weight loss to a more sustainable, health-centered approach that tackles both diabetes and obesity. This will allow us to lose weight and keep it off in the long term. We have the ability to lower the weight and hardships of diabetes if we work together, make educated decisions, and seek competent medical assistance. To learn more, watch the video below.

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