Energy balance
Modest weight loss of 5% to 10% of body weight significantly improves glycemic control, lipids, and blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Aim to lose 5-10% of your current body weight through a combination of diet, exercise, and behavioral changes. This specific amount of weight loss is proven to significantly improve your blood sugar control, cholesterol, and blood pressure. Use tools like food journals and regular check-ins with a healthcare provider to help maintain the loss.
A modest weight loss of 5% to 10% of body weight confers significant improvements in glycemic control, lipemia, and blood pressure.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple RCTs and meta-analyses cited (e.g., Look AHEAD, PREDIMED), though long-term maintenance is difficult.
Source
Nutritional Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity and Pharmacologic Therapies to Facilitate Weight Loss
Marion Vetter et al. · Postgraduate Medicine · 2014
DOI 10.3810/pgm.2014.01.2734
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