This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations for managing overweight and obesity in Mexico, emphasizing interdisciplinary, patient-centered approaches.
Key Findings:
Obesity is a major health issue in Mexico, affecting over 36% of the adult population, with severe obesity rising rapidly.
Obesity is linked to cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and mental health conditions.
The guideline recommends integrated, long-term obesity management strategies focusing on behavioral interventions, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery.
Public health policies, such as sugar taxes and food labeling, have been effective but require further reinforcement.
The study underscores the need for better training of healthcare providers, multidisciplinary obesity management, and strengthened public health interventions.
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