Abstract:

With the improvement of people's living standards， the number of patients with obesity and diabetes in China has been surging， causing a great disease burden. In recent years， evidence-based guidelines has increasingly emphasized the importance of weight management in the prevention and treatment of diabetes. Although there are many issues in theoretical and practical levels to be further elucidated， there is an urgent need for both doctors and patients to adapt to this new situation. Weight loss is a “double-edged sword”. Weight loss strategies that maximize the benefits for diabetic patients with overweight or obesity should be based on a proper understanding of the meaning of weight management. Long-term maintenance of weight loss still faces many challenges， which require accurate assessment of the disease， weighing the pros and cons of weight loss， implementation of a reasonable and feasible weight loss program， and adherence to long-term professional management.

Key words: weight management, weight loss, diabetes, obesity