If you are overweight or obese and you experience difficulty breathing while you sleep, you may be suffering from a condition known as sleep apnea. Research has found that obesity and sleep apnea have a strong connection. Symptoms of sleep apnea can range from headaches, drowsiness, and confusion, to chronic fatigue, cognitive impairment, anxiety,…
Obesity has been positively linked to a host of serious health conditions and diseases, and there is growing evidence that having a high body mass index (BMI) increases the risk of developing certain types of cancer, including colon, breast, kidney, and pancreatic. Experts also believe that being overweight may be linked to cervical, ovarian, liver,…
Looking for some extra motivation to exercise? Need help tracking the progress of your workouts? There’s a growing selection of free fitness apps available for iOS (Apple) and Android smartphones and tablets. These high-tech tools can act as your very own personal trainer, providing you with ongoing feedback and encouragement to get active, pursue your…
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…
Dr.Sunil Bhoyrul, Olde Del Mar Surgical’s leading surgeon, spoke at a Ted Talks event to focus on the inflection point, or turning point, in a doctor-patient relationship. Primarily, he noted the shift in healthcare in recent years with the stress on a patient’s electronic health record. In this age of technology, healthcare professionals rely…
Let’s face it – we’re a society that’s obsessed with food, and many of us have a hard time establishing a healthy relationship with food. Whether planning time with family, arranging a meeting at work, or catching up with friends, chances are good that food will be involved – and it’s often food that’s filled…
Weight loss surgery is a remarkable step forward for patients seeking effective, healthy weight loss, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In fact, millions of patients around the world take years to adjust to the lifestyle changes that come with bariatric surgery. One of the hardest changes is dealing with food cravings. A new diet…
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…
If you live with unhealthy levels of body fat and your lifestyle changes and various medications have been unsuccessful at helping you lose weight, you’ve likely considered getting bariatric surgery (also commonly known as weight loss surgery). Prior to surgery patients often take supplements to deal with weight-related health issues. However, it’s common…
It’s a question that’s often foremost on the minds of potential weight-loss surgery patients: Am I a good candidate for bariatric surgery? Let’s take a moment to examine this important question. Struggling with obesity can be extremely challenging, especially when your body’s weight interferes with key activities in daily life. In addition, obesity can lead…
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…