Mixed
A comprehensive lifestyle intervention combining a hypocaloric Mediterranean diet, structured physical activity, and cognitive behavioral therapy is the recommended clinical practice for managing obesity in Type 1 Diabetes, despite evidence being scarce.
For T1D patients with obesity, start with a multidisciplinary team approach. Adopt a hypocaloric Mediterranean diet (500-1000 kcal deficit) and aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly. Crucially, work with your care team to adjust insulin doses to prevent hypoglycemia, which is the main barrier to adherence.
a comprehensive approach based on a balanced hypocaloric diet, physical activity and cognitive behavioral therapy by a multidisciplinary team, expert in both obesity and diabetes, remains as the best clinical practice.
Why this rating
The paper explicitly states 'evidence is scarce' and notes that high-quality studies are needed, though it cites general obesity guidelines and some T1D-specific trials.
Source
Obesity in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes: Links, Risks and Management Challenges
Núria Vilarrasa et al. · Diabetes Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity · 2021
DOI 10.2147/dmso.s223618
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