An 11-year-old girl presents with weight 74 kg
(above 97%), BMI 33 kg/m2
(above 97%), and height 59 inches
(at 75%) She tires easily when exercising. She has received no diagnosis of any other disease states. Which would be considered the best initial treatment for her?
a. Dietary restriction of 1200 kcal/day.
b. Dietary restriction of 850 kcal/day.
c. Orlistat.
d. Bariatric surgery.

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