Recognizing obesity from metabolic perspective, intervening obesity from integral target: understanding recent studies regarding obesity worldwide

The diagnosis and treatment of obesity is still facing divergence to date. The recommendation of obesity diagnosis and treatment is as follows: appropriate classification of obesity causes, comprehensive evaluation of obesity grades and related complications, accurate treatment of individual. Inflammation control, metabolism improvement, and weight loss are the fundamental management. Avoiding adverse outcomes and achieving longevity are the final aim. (Chin J Endocrinol Metab, 2018, 34: 269-273) Key words: Obesity; Metabolic disorder