Weight loss reduces risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD)--need for effective weight loss strategies grows as prevalence of obesity increases

The relationship between prevalence and duration of weight loss strategies and weight loss among overweight managed care organization members enrolled in a weight loss trial. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity 3: 3-3, 2006

Weight loss in elderly women increases the risk of hip fracture irrespective of current weight and weight loss intention. Journal of Bone & Mineral Research 16(Suppl 1): S155, 2001

Weight loss, glycemic control, and cardiovascular disease risk factors in response to differential diet composition in a weight loss program in type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial. Diabetes Care 37(6): 1573-1580, 2014

Proven strategies for combating excess weight. Obesity-related health problems and cardiovascular risks can be reduced with weight loss. Johns Hopkins Medical Letter Health After 50 26(9): 6-6, 2015

The Influence of Weight-Loss Expectations on Weight Loss and of Weight-Loss Satisfaction on Weight Maintenance in Severe Obesity. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 117(1): 32-38, 2017

Weight loss, weight maintenance, and improved cardiovascular risk factors after 2 years treatment with orlistat for obesity. Obesity Research 8(1): 49-61, 2000

Prevalence of weight-loss strategies and use of substances for weight-loss among adults: a population study. Cadernos de Saude Publica 28(8): 1439-1449, 2012

Prevalence of weight-loss strategies and use of substances for weight-loss among adults: a population study. Cadernos de Saúde Pública 28(8): 1439-1449, 2012

Obesity and cardiovascular disease: risk factor, paradox, and impact of weight loss. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 53(21): 1925-1932, 2009

Contemporary strategies for weight loss and cardiovascular disease risk factor modification. Current Atherosclerosis Reports 10(6): 486-496, 2008

Rapid Weight Loss vs. Slow Weight Loss: Which is More Effective on Body Composition and Metabolic Risk Factors?. International Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 15(3): E13249, 2017

Is weight loss the optimal target for obesity-related cardiovascular disease risk reduction?. Canadian Journal of Cardiology 24 Suppl D: 25d-31d, 2008

Effect of modest weight loss on changes in cardiovascular risk factors: are there differences between men and women or between weight loss and maintenance?. International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders 19(1): 67-73, 1995

Weight management issues and strategies for people with high cardiovascular risk undertaking an Australian weight loss program: a focus group study. Nursing and Health Sciences 14(1): 18-24, 2012

Effect of a Web-Based Behavior Change Program on Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Overweight and Obese Adults at High Risk of Developing Cardiovascular Disease: Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Medical Internet Research 17(7): E177, 2015