Journal of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome (pISSN: 2508-6235 | eISSN: 2508-7576) aims to improve the lives of those affected with and reduce the incidence of obesity-related metabolic syndrome by providing a better perception towards the prevention and treatment of obesity.

It desires to contribute to the awareness and treatment of obesity through sharing of scientific information on the latest developments in obesity research among members of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity, and also physicians and researchers worldwide.

Its scopes cover all aspects of obesity, particularly epidemiology, etiology and pathogenesis, treatment, and the prevention of obesity.

It focuses on research on the basic and clinical aspects of obesity and obesity-related metabolic syndrome, as well as on the specific applications of biochemistry, physiology, genetics, and metabolic study to clinical practice.

Nutritional, physical, psychological, and epidemiological aspects are also welcomed.

Its regional scope is mainly Korea, but it welcomes submissions from researchers all over the world.

Solving the problems posed by obesity requires a multidisciplinary approach.

Therefore, the essential characteristic of this journal is that dietitians, sports therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists, nutritional and sports scientists, endocrinologists, and internists participate in publishing this journal.

The publication types include original articles, editorials, reviews, short communications, and letters to the editor.

Metrics & Ranking

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Licensing & Copyright

This journal operates under an Open Access model. Articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication. The content is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

Copyright remains with the author(s), and no permission is required for non-commercial use, provided the original source is cited.

Policy Links

This section provides access to essential policy documents, guidelines, and resources related to the journal’s publication and submission processes.

• Aims scope
• Homepage
• Oa statement
• Author instructions
• License terms
• Review url
• Board url
• Copyright url
• Plagiarism url
• Apc url
• License

Plagiarism Policy

This journal follows a plagiarism policy. All submitted manuscripts are screened using reliable plagiarism detection software to ensure originality and academic integrity. Authors are responsible for proper citation and acknowledgment of all sources, and any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, will not be tolerated.

For more details, please refer to our official: Plagiarism Policy.

APC Details

The journal’s Article Processing Charge (APC) policies support open access publishing in Medicine, ensuring accessibility and quality in research dissemination.

This journal does not charge a mandatory Article Processing Charge (APC). However, optional open access publication may incur fees based on the publisher’s policies.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• 2018 Korean Society for the Study of Obesity Guideline for the Management of Obesity in Korea

  Citation: 469

  Authors: Mi Hae, Won-Young, Sung Soo, Jae-Heon, Jee-Hyun, Kyoung Kon, Bo-Yeon, Yang-Hyun, Won-Jun, Eun Mi, Hyun Soo, Yun-A, Hye-Jung, Kyu Rae, Ki Young, Sang Yeoup, Seong-Kyu, Joo Ho, Chang Beom, Sochung, Young Hye, Kyung Mook, Jung Soon, Soon Jib

• Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD): A State-of-the-Art Review

  Citation: 438

  Authors: Wah-Kheong, Kee-Huat, Ruveena Bhavani, Lee-Ling, Jeyakantha, Shireene Ratna

• 2020 Korean Society for the Study of Obesity Guidelines for the Management of Obesity in Korea

  Citation: 278

  Authors: Bo-Yeon, Seon Mee, Jee-Hyun, Seo Young, Kyoung Kon, Kyoung-Bae, Bomtaeck, Seung Jun, Yang-Hyun, Jung-Hwan, Jae Hyun, Eun Mi, Ga Eun, Ji Yeon, Jang Won, Yun-A, Hye-Jung, Tae Jung, Hyug, Eon-Ju, Sochung, Yong Hee, Chong Hwa

• Diagnosis of Obesity: 2022 Update of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity by the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity

  Citation: 178

  Authors: Ji-Hee, Bom Taeck, Eun Mi, Hyuktae, Jee-Hyun, Jung Hwan, Kyoung-Kon, Sang Youl, Yang-Hyun, Ki Young

• Clinical Evidence and Mechanisms of High-Protein Diet-Induced Weight Loss

  Citation: 168

  Authors: Jaecheol, Gwanpyo

• Obesity Fact Sheet in Korea, 2021: Trends in Obesity Prevalence and Obesity-Related Comorbidity Incidence Stratified by Age from 2009 to 2019

  Citation: 158

  Authors: Ye Seul, Byoung-Duck, Kyungdo, Jin-Hyung, Jang Won

• Optimal Diet Strategies for Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance

  Citation: 143

  Authors: Ju Young

• Recent Epidemiology and Risk Factors of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

  Citation: 128

  Authors: Youn, Yoon Jeong, Ga Eun

• Obesity Fact Sheet in Korea, 2019: Prevalence of Obesity and Abdominal Obesity from 2009 to 2018 and Social Factors

  Citation: 113

  Authors: Ga Eun, Yang-Hyun, Kyungdo, Jin-Hyung, Eun-Jung, Seong-Su, Dae Jung, Kwan-Woo, Won-Young

• Evaluation and Treatment of Obesity and Its Comorbidities: 2022 Update of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity by the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity

  Citation: 110

  Authors: Kyoung-Kon, Ji-Hee, Bom Taeck, Eun Mi, Jung Hwan, Sang Youl, Eonju, Eungu, Ga Eun, Hye Yeon, Jeong-Hyun, Jo-Eun, Jong-Hee, Jong Won, Jung Ha, Jun Hwa, Sang Eok, Se Hee, Seung Jun, Sunyoung, Yang-Hyun, Yeon Ji, Yoon Jeong, Young-Jun, Youn-hee, Jee-Hyun, Chang Beom