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Larger and sustained weight losses (>10 percent) are associated with disease-modifying effects in T2DM and improvement in long-term cardiovascular outcomes and mortality.
Encouraging significant weight loss in T2DM patients may lead to better long-term health outcomes.
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Disease-modifying effects in T2DM and improvement in long-term cardiovascular outcomes and mortality are associated with larger and sustained weight losses (>10 percent).
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The claim is based on established evidence regarding significant weight loss and its effects.
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Achieving Effective Weight Loss for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Control: From Evidence to Practice
Soo Ling Chan · The Singapore Family Physician · 2023
DOI 10.33591/sfp.49.3.u2
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