Losing Weight with Type 1

Losing weight is hard for everyone, but it gets even more challenging for those of us with type 1 diabetes. We want to avoid diabetes-related complications by controlling blood sugar, but intensive control is associated with weight gain. Here we discuss lifestyle strategies, medications and technology that can help.

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Medications and Surgical Options for Weight Loss

Few people can argue that losing weight is difficult, and keeping the weight off is even harder. For those folks suffering from “diabesity” – both type 2 diabetes and obesity – maintaining a “healthy” weight seems like a never-ending battle. So why is it so easy to gain weight, yet so difficult to lose it? If you have type 2 and are struggling with your weight, these new medications and surgical options might be right for you.

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