Prevalence of Self-Treatment with Complementary Products and Therapies for Weight Loss: A Randomized, Cross-Sectional Study in Overweight and Obese Patients in Colombia

ABSTRACT: Background: The use of complementary and alternative medicine for weight loss is becoming increasingly common worldwide. In overweight or obese patients, this practice could be harmful. Available data concerning the use of complementary therapies and products (CTPs) for weight loss in thes...