Introduction Non-Surgical Alternatives for Weight Loss Conventional wisdom tells us that losing weight involves diet and exercise. when those traditional means of getting healthy fail to work, bariatric surgery is the usual next step. But what if you don’t qualify for surgery or are not ready to commit? Are you destined to suffer the disease of obesity for life? Not […]
Read MoreLosing weight becomes nearly impossible when you have reached the classification of obese or morbidly obese. Hence, to deal with this challenging situation of obesity, you can go with the method of gastric balloon. Bariatric surgery aims to help those who are obese lose weight safely and effectively. There are a few different types of bariatric surgeries, each with pros […]
Read MoreHoliday Weight Got You Down? It’s beginning to be that time again. The leaves are a beautiful array of warm tones and a chill is in the air. Gatherings with loved ones, family photoshoots, and lovely fall fashion all loom in the distance. It’s a time to be grateful for what we have as we share in and build memories […]
Read MoreAccording to the CDC, 42.4% of Americans are obese. Losing weight is difficult and many diets fail since they are not sustainable. There are also health, social, and economic effects associated with obesity. Effects like… Discrimination and social bias Increased medical costs And increased risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease If you are obese, you might think […]
Read MoreThe gastric band (Lap band) and gastric sleeve are two common bariatric (weight loss) surgeries. Both can help you lose excess weight if you are morbidly obese (which means you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 40. At that weight, you are more susceptible to various ailments like type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, cancer, and early death. Bariatric surgery like the lap band […]
Read MoreThe late motivational speaker Jim Rohn once said, “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” The gastric balloon procedure represents an excellent way to do just that, take care of your body by losing excess weight. You may already know that being overweight poses a significant risk to your health. Not only are you at a higher risk of […]
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