Effect of weight loss on asthma in obese adult patients with asthma – a systematic review and meta-analysis

Weight reduction over 12-24 weeks significantly improves asthma control, quality of life, and lung function, with pronounced benefits in individuals losing ≥10% baseline weight. Effects were not maintained at 52 weeks, indicating sustained weight management necessity for preserve long-term benefits. Nevertheless, available data remain limited, as findings primarily address short-term outcomes and were based on limited number of patients.