Obesity and heart failure are closely intertwined. More than 160 million people in the US are overweight or obese, while more than 5.7 million adults struggle with heart failure. These numbers should come as no surprise. Obesity is often responsible for a wide range of underlying conditions that lie at the root of cardiovascular disease….
When the summer arrives, especially after a long winter and a chilly spring, it’s only natural to want to spend as much time enjoying the great outdoors as possible. Summer is also a great time to take your exercise program outside. For bariatric surgery patients, exercise is also a requirement for staying healthy and…
From team lunches to happy hour drinks, food is often a central part of life in many offices. Teams from all industries make regular lunch meetings or breakfast runs a part of the work day. However, many bariatric surgery patients find themselves unable to participate due to their weight loss surgery diet. This can lead…
Bariatric surgery is a powerful and effective tool in helping people lose weight. Most individuals who undergo bariatric surgery safely lose a significant amount of excess weight within a year. Medicare-approved bariatric surgery is available today due to its high success rate and low-risk potential, even for older patients. If you qualify for Medicare in…
Have you ever noticed how certain foods make you feel tired after you’ve eaten, while other foods seem to give you a boost in energy? That’s because there’s a big difference between items that are packed with ’empty calories,’ like added sugar and saturated fat, and nutrient dense foods, like fruits and vegetables, that are filled…