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What Is The Probability Of Gaining Weight After Gastric Balloon Procedure?

A man measuring his waist.

There are many different ways of losing weight: strict exercise regimes, carefully calculated diet plans, and sometimes very surprising and unconventional methods such as hypnosis. However, it can be very disheartening when weight loss is unsuccessful. Especially, in case of people who are obese that often requires surgery. However, surgery may not always be a… Continue reading

How Fast Do You Lose Weight After Gastric Sleeve Procedure?

Gatrsic Sleeve Excess Weight Loss (EWL%)Chart

When attempting to lose weight, there are many methods that one could employ: working out precise diet plans with a nutritionist, following a strict exercise regime at the gym, and sometimes even unexpected methods like hypnosis. Sometimes, however, none of these methods may yield in the desired result. It can be extremely disheartening if this… Continue reading

How To Prepare For Bariatric Surgery

Aon obese man measuring his waist and a banner that reads Pre and post-operative preparation fo bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgery is the umbrella term for multiple gastrointestinal procedures that are done to aid in weight loss. Although dietary and lifestyle choices are the most common form of reducing weight, sometimes people suffering from diabetes, sleep apnea, hormonal imbalances, and other pre-existing illnesses face issues in reducing weight with just lifestyle and dietery modifications.… Continue reading

How Does Bariatric Surgery Work

An obese man's stomach.

Obesity is one of the biggest causes of concern in today’s health industry. Although the discourse of healthy and organic eating is becoming big, obesity is a massive ongoing health risk because of economic disparities, pre-existing health conditions, and poor lifestyle choices. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) frequently researches obesity, and their… Continue reading

What Is The Difference Between Obesity And Being Overweight?

A chart showing difference between obesity and being overweight.

Terms like “obesity” and “overweight” sound similar and are almost used in sync with one another. But the crucial difference between both these terms arises with Body Mass Index (BMI). BMI is basically, a measure of body fat based on a person’s weight in relation to his or her height and age. It is important… Continue reading

Conditions To Qualify For A Lap Band Revision

Conditions To Qualify for a Lap Band Revision

Losing weight is a difficult task. Many people struggle with weight issues and often seek professional help to address them. Nowadays, we see several medically supervised weight-loss interventions are available, such as behavioral changes, pre-packed meals, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery, with surgery often being the last resort for patients who’ve failed to lose weight. The… Continue reading

Differences Between Obalon And Orbera Balloons

Obalon and Orbera Balloon Placement

Many recent statistics claim that obesity and obesity related health problems are on a steady rise. There are people who adopt a healthy lifestyle and monitor their diet to prevent further health risks, however, some aren’t so lucky. Bariatric surgery has proved to be an effective method to battle these issues, but a major surgery… Continue reading

Obesity In America in 2020

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40% Of Americans Are Now Obese. According to a new study done by the CDC, the Obesity Epidemic continues to grow in America even in 2020. In 1991 only 12% of American adults were obese that number went up to 17.9% in 1998, and the CDC declared Obesity an “Epidemic.” Here we are only 22… Continue reading

Gastric Plication Surgery

Gastric plication surgery stages

As obesity and its health risks become a growing issue, a number of medical experts are finding ways to safely help those who have an extremely high BMI (body mass index). Bariatric surgery has always existed as an option for those who have trouble losing weight. One of these newly developed procedures is called gastric… Continue reading

What Is The Difference Between Lap Band Surgery And Gastric Bypass

Lap Band vs Gastric Bypass Surgery

Morbid obesity is a severely growing problem in the United States. It is defined as having 100 pounds in excess over your regular body weight. While non-surgical treatments of weight loss require extensive diet and exercise regime, many estimates state that most of the patients undergoing non-surgical treatments regain their weight after just 2-4 years… Continue reading

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