The question has been asked many times before – What is the most successful weight loss surgery? Gastric Bypass Gastric bypass patients tend to lose more weight than those who undergo LAP-BAND or gastric sleeve. It’s often a great option for heavier patients because most lose up to 80% of their excess body weight. This rapid weight […]
Should you try keto, flexible or full-on vegetarianism, or some other plan? Dieting isn’t for everyone, but if you want to give one a try, some are easier to maintain, not to mention healthier, than others. Is losing weight or eating better on your mind these days? There’s no shortage of weight-loss diets grappling for […]
Christmas is right around the corner and so is a meal loaded with sugar, calories and fat. No one can blame you for wanting to eat all you can on Christmas but you can still maintain a healthy diet. Wondering how? Here are 5 tips that will make your Christmas happy, wholesome and healthy. 1. […]
Weight loss surgery requires a commitment to lifestyle changes, including what you eat and how often you exercise. We help you set the groundwork, so you’re mentally and physically prepared for life after bariatric surgery. The entire process, from consultation to surgery, generally takes about six months to complete. It often depends on you and […]
Weight-loss surgery changes the shape and function of your digestive system. This surgery may help you lose weight and manage medical conditions related to obesity. These conditions include diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, and risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Weight-loss surgery is also known as bariatric surgery. There are various surgical procedures, but all […]
Deprivation just triggers overeating, so here’s what experts recommend as you become surrounded by treats. Warnings about holiday weight gain are as plentiful as eggnog, chocolate and Christmas cookies. So it may come as a surprise that some experts say it’s OK to indulge a bit through the season. Giving yourself permission to eat a […]
As many of our daily routines remain restricted during the coronavirus pandemic, it can be difficult to find the motivation to exercise. With the challenges of working from home and limited access to fitness facilities, you may be finding it hard to stick to a workout routine. You may be missing the camaraderie of the […]
Demographic, socioeconomic and cultural factors all add to sizeable gender gap. A new study by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine has identified demographic, socioeconomic and cultural factors that contribute to a major gender disparity among U.S. men and women undergoing weight loss surgeries. Men undergo the surgeries in far […]
Many women will lose and regain the same 10 or more pounds several times over the course of their lifetime. It seems innocent enough, if not typical. In fact, up to 40% of adult women say they have tried to lose weight, but now new research suggests those repeated gains and losses might actually be […]
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