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It started out as a small pinch with certain movements, but these days your hernia is more of a presence in your life, and not a pleasant one. While there are many different types of hernias, they all have one thing in common — they don’t usually go away on...
Whether you've already made the decision to undergo weight loss surgery or you’re just exploring the idea, you want to learn what you can about this approach to weight loss. Nearly 300,000 Americans opted for bariatric surgery in 2022, and we suspect this number is going to rise thanks to...
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
You get dressed and realize that your clothes are a lot more snug these days. You’ve definitely crossed over into “Dad bod” territory. But this may be just one change of many that you’ve been experiencing, and you can’t figure out what’s going on. If you’re just not feeling like...
As you enter another year, you’re resolved to make some definitive changes when it comes to your health and weight. If you’ve been struggling to lose weight, with little success, and you want to explore weight loss surgery, you’re in the right place. In this month's blog post, our team...
Like more than a quarter million other Ameicans, you’ve undergone weight loss surgery this year, and you’re adjusting to your new life. The first year after weight loss surgery can be a time of big change. Yes, the pounds are rapidly coming off, but you’ve also made some significant lifestyle...
If you’re like millions of other Americans — 1 in 3 adults are overweight and 2 in 5 have obesity — you’re carrying more pounds than is healthy for you. And you’re feeling it. If we reverse this equation, it stands to reason that you can feel a whole lot better...
Getting to your ideal body shape can be very frustrating. You cut calories and exercise, yet stubborn deposits of fat still cling to your body, masking the more toned you underneath. Through liposuction, we can successfully clear away these stubborn pockets of fat, which explains why it’s the most common...
Each year in the United States, more than a quarter of a million people undergo weight loss surgery to shed serious pounds and improve their health. As they declare success in this area — weight loss — they’re often dealing with some post-surgical gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) . If this...
When you undergo weight loss surgery, you’re doing so with one goal in mind — losing unhealthy weight. While you’d prefer that you need only one procedure to accomplish this goal, there are times when you may need some follow-up. When that time comes, our team here at Advanced Surgeons can answer the call with revisional bariatric...
You’re here reading this because you’re tired of the merry-go-round of diets that aren’t delivering sustainable results. Sure, the pounds may melt away, at first, but then the weight loss begins to slow. Before you know it, the needle is going in the wrong direction again and you find yourself...
As recently as 2011, the number of gastric sleeves performed in the United States fell short of 30,000. Fast forward to 2019 (pre-COVID numbers) and that number grew to more than 150,000. The gastric sleeve now represents about 60% of all weight loss surgeries. This surge in the number of...
You’ve done the heavy lifting, probably literally, to get to within your ideal weight, but stubborn pockets of fat linger. Or perhaps age or other circumstances have added a little fat to your once thinner body. However you ended up with extra deposits of fat, you’re making the smart choice...
Often, it’s not until something is missing that you realize just how important it was, which is certainly the case with your reproductive hormones. Fatigue, decline in sexual health, weight changes — these are just a few of the side effects that a reproductive hormone imbalance can have on either...
Whether you need to lose weight for your health or it’s a personal goal, the road can be a tough one. You’ve been round and round in your efforts, losing weight only to quickly regain it, and you want to find a more sustainable solution. Weight loss surgery certainly fits...
The decision to have weight loss surgery is hardly one that you make from one day to the next. Most people who opt for this approach only do so after a long road of trying other weight loss options. Before you consider bariatric surgery to lose unhealthy pounds, our team...
You’re opting for bariatric surgery to gain some control over your weight and your health. With this decision made, the next one involves figuring out which weight loss surgery is best for your health and your goals. To help with this early decision-making process, our team of weight loss specialists...
Your body mass index (BMI) is a simple number that reveals a great deal about the state of your health and your risks for some very serious conditions. To help you better understand the implications behind the simple BMI, our team of weight loss specialists here at Advanced Surgeons provides an explanation of BMI,...
One in three adults in the United States are considered overweight and 2 out of 5 are considered to have obesity. Aside from carrying too many pounds, what these millions of people have in common is that they are at far greater risk for some very serious health issues. Our primary...
As you’ve likely figured out by now, there’s no such thing as a magic bullet when it comes to losing weight through dieting. We assure you, you’re not alone. Nearly half of the adult population in the United States attempted to lose weight in the last year, often with disappointing...
Your body relies on hormones for optimal function, but when certain hormones levels are low, you can experience a wide range of side effects, from weight gain to a decline in sexual health. To restore hormonal order, our team here at Advanced Surgeons offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), which has helped scores of our patients...
When you hear the words “robotic surgery,” you may conjure up images of robots whizzing around the operating room. The reality is that this advanced surgical technique blends human experience and know-how with robotic precision and accuracy to provide the best possible outcomes. At Advanced Surgeons, our team prides itself on offering the...
You’ve tried and tried to lose weight, yet the needle on the scale isn’t budging or, when it does, it bounces right back up again. You’ve looked at weight loss surgery, but perhaps you’re not terribly keen on the idea or you have a condition that precludes surgery. Now it’s time...
A burning in your upper chest, trouble swallowing, and regurgitation — these are just a few of the unpleasant symptoms that can accompany gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Unfortunately, GERD is fairly common, affecting about one in five people in the United States. Dealing with the side effects of GERD is uncomfortable at best,...
The number of hernia surgeries is high in the United States — about a million each year. What this statistic tells us is that surgery is the most common, and preferred, solution for repairing a hernia, but it isn’t the only option. To help you better understand your treatment options for a hernia,...
When you take a step like bariatric surgery, you’re making great progress toward addressing your future health. While weight loss surgery is incredibly effective in giving you the leg up you need toward eliminating those unhealthy pounds, how and what you eat after your surgery plays an equally valuable role...
There are many types of weight loss surgery, but gastric sleeve is, far and away, the most popular, thanks to its encouraging success rates. As testament to this, the gastric sleeve accounted for nearly 18% of all bariatric surgeries in the United States in 2011, and the number jumped to...
Long before COVID-19 struck, 650 million people around the world were struggling with another pandemic of sorts — obesity — and they continue to struggle. If you want to break free of these numbers and gain control over your health and wellness by addressing your obesity, we have solutions. At...
There are many hurdles for people who have had weight loss, and holiday feasts are among the most challenging. Just as you exit Thanksgiving in late November, you’re met with the holiday lights and menorahs of December, which serve to remind you that more feasting is on the way. To...
Living with extra pounds or receiving a diagnosis of obesity from your doctor is discouraging and may make you wonder why you can’t make weight loss stick. You may also worry about your long-term health and fret about what options remain after exhausting countless diets, eating plans, and often unsustainable...
Low-fat or skim milk? Soy or almond? What’s the best type of milk? Let’s explore the options so you can decide. Milk is a pretty amazing. It’s so well-balanced that it is an almost nutritionally complete food. It also has a lot of controversy surrounding it, depending on what you...
How Do I Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery? Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for anyone concerned about cutting calories and or controlling their food intake. This festive time of year poses unique challenges to those who have had weight loss surgery including the gastric band, gastric bypass or sleeve...
Many of our patients tell us that the scariest part of Halloween is not the scary movies or the ghosts and goblins but it is the Halloween candy that is both at home and at the office this time of year. Here are a few tips to help you avoid the temptation of...
At Advanced Surgeons, we’ve seen patient after patient improve their health through healthy lifestyle changes and weight loss surgery. One of the most important health benefits of losing weight is improvement of type 2 diabetes (T2DM). T2DM is a serious condition that can develop in people who are overweight. It can...
Setting goals for weight loss is crucial to a successful, healthy outcome. Setting a goal may seem easy to some. Others may find themselves at a loss when trying to plan. Goal setting has to be realistic and well-planned or you risk undermining your weight-loss efforts. If you set an...
June is Men’s Health Month and a great time to shed light on a health issue many men don’t like to talk about: low testosterone. There’s no shame in testosterone levels dropping—testosterone declines for most men as they age—but due to some of the associated symptoms many men are embarrassed to talk...
In honor of National Nutrition Month, our expert nutrition team took over the Advanced Surgeons social media accounts to answer your questions about how to eat right. Whether you’re looking for a bariatric surgery diet or you just want to eat better and be healthier, our team has the answers...
What is Smartlipo? Smartlipo Laser Body Sculpting is a minimally invasive, laser-assisted lipolysis procedure that eliminates fat at trouble spots like the abdomen, thighs and neck. Here’s how Smartlipo/Laser Liposuction works: Local anesthesia is used (i.e. you’re awake during the procedure, thus eliminating risks of general anesthesia) Your surgeon makes a...
Advanced Surgeons social media followers were treated to a sneak peek into Dr. Anthony Maffei’s life during our second Doctor Takeover. Dr. Maffei is a weight loss expert and general surgeon who not only talks the talk but also walks the walk. Users got a peek at Dr. Maffei’s healthy lifestyle...
Another holiday that is all about sweets?! Do the constant advertisements for sweet treats and heart shaped boxes for Valentine’s Day have you thinking how can you too can celebrate this holiday after weight loss surgery? Are you trying to decide what you can do or purchase for a friend or loved...
You had questions, and Dr. Giannone had answers. On November 19, Instagram and Facebook users submitted their burning questions about bariatric surgery to Jonathan Giannone, MD, and he responded by dropping some knowledge. In case you missed it, here’s a recap. How long will I be in the hospital, and off work recovering? The hospital...
The holiday season is here! This is the season to celebrate with friends and family, which often involves eating, and lots of it. This time of celebration can also come with some unwanted pounds. According to the National Institute of Health, holiday eating can result in and extra pound or...
As we approach the new year, many of us have thought long and hard about what our New Year’s resolution will be. It is very likely that improving health and weight loss will be involved in your resolution. Do you find yourself making the same resolution year after year? Been...
The Holidays are here!! Celebrations usually involve food… Stay focused and you too can enjoy this holiday season after weight loss surgery! 1. Adhere to your nutrition plan the best you can. Make sure to get adequate protein and fluids after having weight loss surgery. You can incorporate some of your...
The holiday season is upon us. This is the season to celebrate with friends and family, which often involves eating, and lots of it. This time of celebration can also come with some unwanted pounds. According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating can result in and extra pound...
Maybe you’ve gained a little weight recently, or started a new medication. You look in the mirror and you see breasts, but here’s the catch: You’re a man. Is that normal? Not entirely. Gynecomastia—an overdevelopment of breast tissue in men—is not normal, but it’s also not particularly uncommon. Between 50 and...
How To Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for anyone concerned about cutting calories and or controlling their food intake. This festive time of year poses unique challenges to those who have had weight loss surgery including the gastric band, gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy....
Many of our patients tell us that the scariest part of Halloween is not the scary movies or the ghosts and goblins but it is the Halloween candy that is both at home and at the office this time of year. Here are a few tips to help you avoid the temptation of...
You’ve tried everything to lose weight. You started with the latest diet and exercise fads. Predictably, the scale didn’t move. Next you moved on to a strategy that should have worked: Maybe you tried counting calories, maybe you followed the Mediterranean diet, maybe you just made better food choices. And,...
For the right candidate, bariatric surgery can be a life-changing and life-enhancing experience. But, there are a number of procedures available, so how do you know which one is right for you? In this blog, we’ll take a look at two of the most effective surgeries for weight loss: sleeve gastrectomy and adjustable...
A new study gives yet further credence to the medical benefits of bariatric surgery. Titled “Incidence of end-stage renal disease following bariatric surgery in the Swedish Obese Subjects Study,” it was published in February 2018 in the International Journal of Obesity. The study found that those who underwent bariatric surgery had...
What is bariatric surgery? Bariatric surgery is a surgical procedure that is performed on the stomach and/or intestines to lower a patient’s body mass index (BMI) and promote weight loss. In doing so, it also allows the patient to have improved health and a better overall quality of life. There are several...
They go by many names— manmary glands, moobs, chesticles, etc.— but they all translate into the same problem in men: enlarged breasts. Known medically as gynecomastia, swollen breast tissue in men is, to say the least, an uncomfortable situation. It is a hormonal imbalance between estrogen and testosterone in the body that can impact...
Are You Ready to Redefine Yourself? Obalon May Be the Solution With the holidays over and the warmer weather rapidly approaching, you may be considering your options when it comes to weight loss and living a healthier lifestyle. Sometimes, though, diet and exercise simply aren’t enough to get you to...
You’re invited! We’re excited to host a free event about the Obalon Balloon System! The Obalon Balloon System is a new FDA-approved minimally-invasive weight loss procedure that is quick and painless. We even include complimentary nutrition counseling to help keep that weight off. Join us on Tuesday, February 13th from...
Reposted from December 2014 The Holidays are here again!! It is time for celebrating and food is usually involved in the fun.. Stay focused and you too can enjoy this holiday season after weight loss surgery! 1. Adhere to your nutrition plan the best you can. Make sure to get adequate...
Dr. Kaul goes above and beyond in many aspects of his profession. He was recently interviewed by Westchester Talk Radio about being named one of Westfairs’ Doctors of Distinction for 2017. You can listen to Dr. Kaul’s interview here (segment 6)
Welcome November! Thanksgiving is just around the corner! What should your Thanksgiving plate look like before and after weight loss surgery? Thanksgiving Bariatric Style! What your plate should look like at at all stages pre and post op. (Reposted from 2016) How Are You Going To Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric...
Do you know how your diet and lifestyle can help you to take care of your heart??? Are you struggling with high cholesterol? Cholesterol affects your heart and health. Learn what you can do to eat your way to a healthy heart. What is cholesterol? Our body produces cholesterol, a fat-like...
How Are You Going To Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery? Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for anyone concerned about cutting calories and or controlling their food intake. This festive time of year poses unique challenges to those who have had weight loss surgery including the gastric band, gastric bypass...
Many of our patients tell us that the scariest part of Halloween is not the scary movies or the ghosts and goblins but it is the Halloween candy that is both at home and at the office this time of year. Here are a few tips to help you avoid the temptation of...
Have you ever felt great, physically and emotionally after bariatric surgery, only to be disappointed by the scale? Prior to stepping on the scale, you felt healthy, maybe accomplished things you had never tried before, and possibly came off multiple medications. Then the scale doesn’t say what you expected. Let...
Sometimes, we may need some MOTIVATION to get started doing something new… So many of our patients tell us that they are embarrassed to go to the gym… STOP!!! You are there and that is the very first step! We are all there for the same reasons.. If you do not feel comfortable...
Balance between Energy intake and Energy expenditure How many times have people lost and regained the same 50-100 pounds? Most of our patients have tried multiple diets, lost weight, only to fear when the regain is going to happen. Bariatric surgery is only a tool when it comes to weight...
Many people focus on cardiovascular exercises when they are trying to lose weight. Strength training is often thought of as making you too “bulky” or “big”. If you want to reduce body fat, increase lean muscle, and burn calories more efficiently, then you need to consider strength training. Strength training...
How Are You Going To Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery? Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for anyone concerned about cutting calories and or controlling their food intake. This festive time of year poses unique challenges to those who have had weight loss surgery including the gastric band, gastric bypass...
Patients often want to know how to plan healthy meals and snacks and how to stay on track with portion sizes. When you plan your meals, you want to make sure your meals are the right size and contain the right balance of nutrients. You should try to make the...
Watching Your Weight? What To Eat…Decisions, Decisions.. How To Navigate Your Way Through The Supermarket.. Do you find yourself getting overwhelmed at the supermarket? Confusing food labels? Which brand is better for me? You are not alone! Follow these steps to help you get through your next visit to your...
We look forward to summer, eating al fresco (outdoor dining). Picnic and barbecue season is here and many of us enjoy this outdoor fun with our friends and family, but foodborne bacteria enjoy it just as much… Keep yourself and loved ones safe from foodborne illnesses and practice safe food...
So summer is finally here!! Just because you are considering bariatric surgery or have had bariatric surgery, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your vacations. Following a few helpful tips can help prevent any vacation weight gain and keep you on track with your plan even while away. Diet Bring some...
Many of us struggle with the challenge of what to put on our plates when we are at a barbecue. Here are some tips to help you prepare for that barbecue and enjoy your time! Before The Barbecue: Don’t go to the barbecue starving. This way you will be able...
By 2 weeks before surgery, you will have completed your pre-op tests, your physical, and whatever else your surgeon and/or insurance company have asked. You are eating and drinking as if you’ve had surgery. It is always important to practice getting into the routine before your surgery arrives. You are walking or...
A question I often hear from our bariatric patients is “Can I ever go out to eat again? What can I eat”? Some patients tell me they avoid dining out after weight loss surgery because they are fearful of not knowing what to order and how much to eat. Dining...
Stressed? Anyone out there been stressed before? Unfortunately our society is plagued with different stressors on a daily basis. The degree and length of the stressful event can definitely effect our bodies in a negative way. We all know stress isn’t good for us. A lot of people don’t realize...
A very common concern for preoperative bariatric patients is regarding the potential for hair loss after weight loss surgery. It is not unusual to have some hair loss after weight loss surgery. Why might you experience this hair loss? Both major surgery and rapid weight loss can contribute to hair loss....
We all aim to be successful after weight loss surgery, but sometimes can fall off track. There are certain habits that long term post op patients embrace which helps them stay on track. It is never too late to start adopting some of these habits and getting back on track. Successful...
Do the constant advertisements for sweet treats for Valentine’s Day have you thinking how can you celebrate this holiday after weight loss surgery? Are you trying to think what you can do or purchase for a friend or loved one when chocolate is not part of their diet plan? From expensive, intimate...
So the cold weather is upon us and the number of daylight hours is getting progressively shorter. This usually means we are less likely to venture out of the house and more likely to hide in our sweatpants and oversized sweaters all snuggled up on the couch. Winter is a...
The Holidays are here!! It is time for celebrating and food is usually involved in the fun.. Stay focused and you too can enjoy this holiday season after weight loss surgery! 1. Adhere to your nutrition plan the best you can. Make sure to get adequate protein and fluids after having...
We all make mistakes when it comes to exercise! Since not doing the right thing can cause injury, strain or frustration, we have decided to list a few of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to working out. 1. Not stretching out. You should always stretch before and...
Importance of Vitamin A Vitamins are classified as either fat-soluble (dissolving in fat) or water-soluble (dissolving in water). Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin because it dissolves in fat and is stored in body fat. It plays a role in many important functions of the body. Vitamin A is critical...
How To Survive Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for anyone concerned about cutting calories and or controlling their food intake. This festive time of year poses unique challenges to those who have had weight loss surgery including the gastric band, gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. What should...
Do You Suffer From a Sweet Tooth? Here’s How to Deal With Sugar Cravings both Pre and Post Bariatric Surgery!! Does that morning muffin or danish leave you craving yet another sweet one to two hours later? Do you pick up a candy bar or bag of M&M’s to deal...
Halloween Does Not Have to Be Scary!! Are You Thinking About or Have You Had Weight Loss Surgery? Halloween Survival Tips!! Halloween is coming and what do we do?? Candy is not part of the meal plan….. Some Tips to help you through this candy filled holiday when you are...
Water is an essential nutrient in our diet. Our bodies need water for proper functioning and to prevent dehydration. The number one reason patients are readmitted to the hospital after weight loss surgery is from dehydration. The fluid goal for optimal hydration after weight loss surgery is 64 fluid oz...
Dietary Fiber? What is it and how can it help us achieve weight loss or weight management goals? Dietary Fibers come from plants that we eat. The fiber is part of the plant like fruits, vegetables and grains that can not be broken down or digested in our stomachs. Fiber passes...
Let’s face it, we all get hungry!! The question we should be asking ourselves is… Is it “Head Hunger” or “Body Hunger”? If we can learn to recognize what triggers us to eat we may be able to break the patterns that cause us to eat when we are not...
Learning how to eat WELL is more of a marathon than a sprint. Slim down and maintain a healthy weight by slowing down and learning how to savor every bite. Eat to live, eat for nourishment and live to love, laugh and be fulfilled. 1. Eat like a gourmet –...
Are you looking for a cool, quick, slim down meal for those hot days? Not in the mood to turn on the oven and cook? Try a delicious, creamy, icy thick protein shake. You will feel like you are cheating, but you are not! These shakes are packed with protein...
To Juice or Not To Juice is the question of many these days…. Juicing has been around for years, but has been growing in popularity since the 1990’s. Have you noticed more and more juice bars opening up in your neighborhood? If you do not include fruits and vegetables in...
Sometimes it just takes a quick shift in thinking to do something else in place of eating. If you can distract yourself long enough, the cravings usually disappear; and even if they don’t disappear completely, you have lessened the amount of time you have to overeat. Below are just some...
We have all made excuses to not exercise. When we are in the midst of a good exercise routine, exercise seems effortless. It fits into your day and you even start to look forward to it. Then it happens!! You miss a day, then a week, then all of a sudden a...
Finally… Spring has arrived after months of the bitter cold and snow!! You have had weight loss surgery and now it is time for some Spring Cleaning!! Going Down The Produce Aisle! So many wonderfully delicious, nutritious and colorful fruits and vegetables are coming back in season…Watch for them to...
We all know what it’s like to come home after a long day and dread thinking about what to cook for dinner. It is sometimes just easier to grab something quick. Quick usually means unhealthy, except in this case where we are going to give you some ideas of quick...
Why Take Calcium Citrate with Vitamin D After Weight Loss Surgery? Calcium and Vitamin D are friends! After weight loss surgery it is recommended that you take 1200-1500mg of Calcium per day and it should be in the form of Calcium Citrate for maximum absorption. Calcium Carbonate, another type of calcium that...
It is very common to encounter a weight loss plateau whether you have had weight loss surgery or are just trying to lose weight. Immediately post op you will see a significant drop in your weight, and then the weight loss becomes more gradual until it eventually stabilizes. During this...
How much do you eat? Do you know that eating too much of even the right food choices can lead to weight gain? Food portions matter!!!! Size it up to maintain your weight goals!!! Use these quick tips to size up your food and maintain a healthy body weight! Dining...
Okay, so you make a mistake; now lets talk about the most commons ones and ways you can fix them. No one is perfect 100% of the time. Weight loss surgery is a journey and you will hit some bumps along the way. We are trying to change life long...
It is that time of year again! A time for celebrating with family and friends and yes, food…. We can all enjoy ourselves during the holidays in moderation, but we should try to make the healthiest food choices we can. Here are Some Healthy Holiday Eating Tips After Weight Loss...
For those who have this procedure, it is very common to have excess skin after weight loss surgery. It happens because of just how rapidly you may be losing weight. That’s a good thing to be losing the pounds, but you also need to trim down the skin that your...
Which exercise techniques after weight loss surgery work the best? Once your doctor tells you that you can begin exercising, which will likely be a few weeks after your procedure, you should get started right away. Though you may lose weight without exercising, your body will not tone itself, and,...
You ask your doctor, “Will I be hungry after weight loss surgery.” You are worried that this type of procedure, which reduces the size of your stomach significantly, will have you feeling hungry all the time. You will experience hunger again, but that does not mean it will be an...
Low fat or Skim Milk, Soy milk , or Almond… what is best? Lets explore the options so you can decide. Milk is a pretty amazing, well balanced, and almost a nutritionally complete food. It also has a lot of controversy surrounding it, depending on what you use it for. Bariatric...
Vitamin B12 deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies after weight loss surgery. Those most at risk for Vitamin B12 deficiency are the patients that have had weight loss surgery; especially following Gastric Bypass Surgery. But, you can also see this nutrient deficiency after the Sleeve Gastrectomy. After Gastric Bypass Surgery,...
Trying to determine who is a candidate for gastric bypass can be a challenge. The problem is not just what your physical condition is, but also what your insurance company says you have to have in order to have this procedure. There is no doubt that this type of procedure...
You may ask your doctor, what is stomach stapling. If you did, you likely have learned about the type of weight loss procedure in which a portion of the stomach is cut off from the rest in order to make your stomach smaller. The benefit of this type of procedure...
Working out endlessly without results? Have you watched your BMI stay the same or even start to creep up? Have you tried a heart rate monitor to get better weight loss results? A heart rate monitor makes you aware of your target and optimum heart rate for maximum results. You want your...
Laparoscopic bariatric surgery may be one of the best methods for getting weight loss surgery available. Though not everyone is a candidate for it, this procedure may be ideal for several reasons. Because of its less invasive approach, it allows doctors to make the necessary changes in your body without...
BMI for women, as well as men, is a description of how much of your body is made up of fat compared to other tissues and muscles. The fact is that everyone’s body contains some fatty tissue and that is good for you. However, in a person who has a...
When it comes to weight loss and arthritis, the two go hand in hand. Imagine a stack of towels on a table. When they are just sitting there at a normal weight, they are fluffy and easy to move. However, if you place a lot of weight on them, this...
Capsaicin for weight loss help can be added to your diet before and after surgery. Capsaicin can be a helpful addition to diet and exercise for long term weight loss success. Capsaicin is a nutrient found in vegetables that has been proven to help you with your long term goals...
After having sleeve gastrectomy, diet will be a huge component of your success. With this procedure, though, you will need to follow a very specific path. Your doctor will guide you through the process. Keep in mind that this dieting method and process is designed to provide you with the...
The Journal of sleep recently published, “the later you stay up the more weight you gain”! Your metabolism is slowest in the evening and night hours when you should be asleep. Makes sense right? So there’s a correlation between sleep and weight loss. If you are eating when you should...
For many people who have Medicare and weight loss surgery needs, there is help. This type of procedure is designed to help you to lose weight quickly. Because it is so effective at helping people to drop the pounds, many doctors encourage it. However, the out of pocket costs for...
Snack only when you are hungry. Don’t rely so much on the clock or emotions to eat. Bored? Go for a walk. Frustrated? Tried kickboxing. Stressed? Turn your energy into something productive like gardening or calling a friend. Watch your portions. If you feel full after a snack you probably...
BMI for men is not something you like to talk about or you may not even know about but it is critical. BMI, or body mass index, is a measurement of the amount of body fat you have compared to muscle and tissue. In short, a BMI should be within...
How does bariatric surgery and heart disease relate? You may be thinking about having this procedure because you are overweight. It is a very effective way to reduce your overall weight and to do so quickly. However, what you might not realize is that it can also reduce your risk...
Smartlipo is a minimally invasive surgery that uses an instrument that is approximately the size of a pen. Therefore, the incisions made during the Smartlipo procedure are very small and do not require sutures. It is completely normal for the incisions sites to drain blood-tinged anesthetic solution. In general, more...
Laser-assisted liposuction, which is commonly known as Smartlipo, is a minimally invasive procedure for the removal of localized fat deposits on the face and body, and other delicate areas that require a more gentle approach. Traditional liposuction is better suited for the removal of large areas of fat and typically...
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a standard measure of body fat. It is calculated based on height and weight. The formula to calculate BMI is mass (kg) divided by height (m) squared. Although BMI does not directly measure of body fat, previous research has demonstrated a strong correlation between BMI...
Obesity and type 2 diabetes are epidemics that cause a great strain on the healthcare system. People that are categorized as obese have a higher risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, asthma, obstructive osteoarthritis, and sleep apnea. Similarly, people with chronic uncontrolled diabetes are at an increased risk for...
If you are obese and you have tried dieting and exercising to lose weight with limited success, then bariatric surgery may be a great option for you. Before you consider bariatric surgery you should become knowledgeable about the surgical procedure, its side-effects, and potential serious complications, as well as the...
In addition to the obvious health benefits, there are potential psychological and social benefits associated with weight loss surgery. For most people there are two key issues that influence the decision making process to undergo weight loss surgery: 1) the potential health benefits and 2) the potential benefits for quality...
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