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Posted on Jul 29th 2007 8:00AM by Bethany SandersWhen it comes to weight loss, many people turn to their doctors while others may turn to dietitians to help them learn more about nutrition. But what if the two fields teamed up to fight obesity together? Could they make a significant difference?
According to a recent study, maybe so. Obese participants who met with a physician and a dietitian during the study maintained a clinically significant weight loss of 5.3% and exercised more frequently than those who didn't maintain their weight loss. Researchers says that this study indicates that more physicians and dietitians should work together to provide workshops to educate people on lifestyle changes that can lead to weight loss.
For some virtual dietitian advice, check out this list of 10 changes you can make to lose weight, from Ask the Dietitian.
According to a recent study, maybe so. Obese participants who met with a physician and a dietitian during the study maintained a clinically significant weight loss of 5.3% and exercised more frequently than those who didn't maintain their weight loss. Researchers says that this study indicates that more physicians and dietitians should work together to provide workshops to educate people on lifestyle changes that can lead to weight loss.
For some virtual dietitian advice, check out this list of 10 changes you can make to lose weight, from Ask the Dietitian.
