Which obesity management strategies are listed in the material?

• A. Lifestyle modification only
• B. Orlistat only
• C. Lifestyle modification and Orlistat
• D. Bariatric surgery only

Answer: (C)

The material advocates a multimodal approach to obesity management, combining behavior-based lifestyle changes with pharmacologic support. It lists both lifestyle modification (dietary changes, increased physical activity, and strategies to sustain long-term behavior changes) and the drug Orlistat. Orlistat works by inhibiting fat absorption, which complements caloric-reduction efforts, and is meant to be used alongside lifestyle changes rather than alone. Therefore, pairing lifestyle modification with Orlistat best reflects what the material presents. Choosing only one strategy would miss the complementary component described, and selecting bariatric surgery alone would also omit the non-surgical options emphasized.