Obesity: Patient Education from University of Colorado Hospital
Living with Obesity
Obesity is dangerous to your health, but it can be managed with simple lifestyle changes.
A healthy diet, exercise program and supervised medical care can help you lose excessive body weight and work toward living an active life.
Special diets and weight loss pills are not an effective method of long-term weight loss.
The most effective plan for weight loss is reducing overall calorie intake and increasing aerobic exercise.
Sample Aerobic Exercises
- Walking
- Running
- Rowing
- Swimming
Often people who lose weight do not maintain their diet and exercise plan and regain the weight they lost. Those with the greatest long-term success have made permanent lifestyle changes that include a healthy diet and exercise program.
Surgery may be an option for you if you are severely obese and have not been successful losing weight through lifestyle changes alone.
Obesity: Getting a Second Opinion
Losing excessive weight requires a life-long commitment to a healthy lifestyle. It is important to feel comfortable with your health care team, as you will work closely with them to manage your weight. University of Colorado Hospital is happy to offer a second opinion and to work with you if you choose to come to our hospital for treatment.
Additional Obesity Resources
Colorado Dietetic Association
ObesityHelp
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery