Research
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Obesity is a chronic disease driven by dysfunctional adipose tissue and dysregulated energy homeostasis, requiring medical treatment rather than solely lifestyle changes.
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Obesity is a chronic disease of dysfunctional adipose tissue that is driven by the dysregulation of energy homeostasis and chronic low-grade inflammation.
Why this rating
Based on a comprehensive narrative review of multiple large-scale studies, RCTs, and guidelines.
Source
Obesity as a Chronic Disease: A Narrative Review of Evolving Definitions, Management Strategies, and Cardiometabolic Prioritization
Vidhi Singh et al. · Advances in Therapy · 2025
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