Increased Relative Abundance of Is Associated With Reduced Cardiovascular Risk in an Obese Population.

Background: Obesity is a complex disease with underlying genetic, environmental, psychological, physiological, medical, and epigenetic factors. Obesity can cause various disorders, including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), that are among the most prevalent chronic conditions in Qatar. Recent studies have highlighted the significant roles of the gut microbiome in improving the pathology of various diseases, including obesity.

The effect of protein supplements on weight loss, body composition, protein status, and micronutrients post laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG): A Randomised Controlled Trial (RCT).

Background: Low protein intake post-bariatric surgery can result in protein malnutrition, and muscle mass loss. Authors aim to assess the effect of protein supplements on weight loss, body composition, and micronutrient status following LSG.

Methods: This is a double-blinded RCT conducted between February/2017 to January/2018.

The effect of protein supplementation on body muscle mass and fat mass in post-bariatric surgery: a randomized controlled trial (RCT) study protocol.

Background: Severe weight loss through means of bariatric surgery has been associated with loss of muscle mass due to lack of absorption of protein. The aim of this RCT is to investigate the effectiveness of protein supplementation in reducing the risk of developing protein malnutrition and muscle wasting in post-bariatric surgery patients in Qatar.

Methods And Analysis: The study was based at the Department of bariatric and metabolic surgery, Doha metropolitan and regional areas.