Many people hear about medical weight loss programs and think that they must be another diet fad, exercise fad, or get skinny quick scheme. Nothing could be further from the truth. Medical weight loss is an umbrella term for several different types of surgeries, procedures, and physician-assisted programs for people with severe weight problems. Unlike…
Being overweight is an epidemic our nation is facing. More than two out of three adults in the United States are considered to be overweight or obese. If you have been having problems losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, then bariatric surgery could be an option for you. Weight loss surgery could be…
Bariatric surgery has several objectives, which include reducing appetite and eliminating health risks related to excessive weight. However, most patients have one primary goal in mind: losing weight. Average weight loss with bariatric surgery will vary from patient to patient, but most individuals who go through surgery will lose 100 pounds or more, normalizing…
There are many factors that contribute to an effective weight loss support system. Now that you’ve decided to move forward with bariatric surgery, it is important to complement it with wise eating habits, a solid exercise regime, and great sleep. Stress is an issue as well. Many factors play a role in being successful…
If losing weight has been a lifelong struggle, you may get to the point when you are ready to throw in the towel. No matter how overwhelming the fight against those excess pounds is, you can’t give up. When you take off the extra weight, not only will you feel better about your appearance,…
Long-term weight loss success begins with bariatric surgery. Still, physicians and patients agree — it’s the support and resources available afterward that help you adjust to, and thrive in, your healthy new lifestyle. At Olde Del Mar Surgical, we’re committed to helping you achieve every one of your health goals. That’s why we offer various bariatric…
Fact: Everyone has Cellulite It’s true. While you may think of cellulite as something that develops from mismanaging your weight, just another part of aging, or something that only happens to women, the truth is that everyone has it (though a difference in muscle structure means it shows more in women than men) — and…
Looking for an alternative to traditional workout routines? Why not ditch the sneakers and don a bathing suit instead? Pool exercises are a great way to switch up your routine, and working out in the water is also the perfect way to build up your strength and balance, since the water provides natural, gentle resistance…