Obesity is a chronic, relapsing condition requiring ongoing self-management and support. People living with obesity need empathy, not judgment. They need recognition that the root cause of obesity is more complex than energy in versus energy out and that weight management is challenging in our obesogenic environment. They need a supportive team offering multiple options for medical nutrition therapy and the opportunity to be guided through these options to determine the best fit.
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