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ePoster presentations
ePoster Stage 3: Obesity and the metabolic syndrome
Laurence GENTON
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IMPACT OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS, VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES, AND HYPOTHYROIDISM ON SHORT-TERM WEIGHT-LOSS OUTCOMES
S. Chhabra1,*
1Dietetics , nourishME, Raipur , India
Rationale: Weight-loss outcomes are influenced by various physiological, metabolic, and nutritional factors. Conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, hypothyroidism, and deficiencies of Vit. D & B12 can alter insulin sensitivity and overall metabolic efficiency, affecting an individual's response to weight-loss interventions. Study aims to understand the extent to which these conditions impact weight-loss outcomes.
Methods: This observational study included 400 adult participants divided into four groups of 100 participants each:
Group 1: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus receiving appropriate medical treatment.
Group 2: Vitamin D and/or Vitamin B12 deficiencies receiving supplementation.
Group 3: Hypothyroidism undergoing standard medical treatment.
Group 4: Without Metabolic or nutritional disorders.
All participants underwent a structured weight-loss program under professional supervision for one month. Body weight was recorded weekly, and weight-loss outcomes was monitored. Data was analyzed to assess differences in the rate and magnitude of weight reduction and BMI.
Results: Weight reduction was observed in all four groups following the one-month intervention. Participants in the Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (Group 1) and the group without metabolic or nutritional disorders (Group 4) experienced significantly greater weight loss (p < 0.05). Participants with vitamin deficiencies (Group 2) and hypothyroidism (Group 3) experienced variations in both the rate and magnitude of weight reduction compared with groups 1 and 4.
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Conclusion: The study findings indicate that individuals with these conditions can achieve sustainable and clinically meaningful weight-loss outcomes through a structured dietary program combined with adequate medical care.
Mean weight loss in a month :
Group 1 - 3.3kg
Group 2 - 2.7kg
Group 3 - 2.6kg
Group 4 - 3.9kg
Disclosure of Interest: None declared