We understand that weight loss surgery in the United States is a big investment. That’s why an increasing number of Americans have crossed the Southern border into Mexico in search of cheaper alternatives. Unfortunately, cheaper isn’t always better. There has been an increasing number of reports from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) that US…
With New Year’s resolutions quickly fading, the real question is this: How do you turn a fad into a lasting, meaningful habit and a healthy lifestyle? It all comes down to the “4-8-12 Fitness Rule” — a rule I’ve developed after 40 years of exercising regularly and talking with other people who do as well….
Most bariatric patients lose anywhere from 50 to 200 pounds over the first few years following their LAP-BAND, gastric bypass, or gastric sleeve surgery, which can result in excess, sagging skin in areas that were previously filled with fat. Whether you’ve already achieved your goal weight, or you’re planning on having a bariatric procedure,…
For many people, bariatric surgery is a highly effective way to lose weight and live a healthier life. Deciding to undergo weight loss surgery is a monumental step forward toward that goal. However, the road to bariatric surgery can be a challenge and requires the right support system to navigate the process from start to…
If you’re interested in a medical weight loss procedure such as gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, or LAP-BAND surgery, you may qualify for bariatric surgery insurance coverage under your existing health insurance plan. Insurance providers—such as Blue Cross, Blue Shield, and United Healthcare—provide partial, or full coverage for medically-required weight loss procedures for patients who meet…
The thought of losing your hair can be frightening, and while hair loss after bariatric surgery is a common occurrence, it’s a temporary inconvenience at worst. The question that begs to be asked is why is bariatric surgery hair loss so common and what can you do to manage it?…
You should never take your weight loss surgery options lightly. All surgeries come with serious risks, including death. So, you may be wondering, what is the safest form of weight loss surgery for me? The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery data proves that all types of weight loss surgery have a meager…
If you’ve struggled with obesity, you might have thought a lot about diet and exercise, and you may even incorporate vitamin supplements. But have you considered including omega-3 for weight loss? When you are significantly overweight, you may suffer from a host of health problems that threaten your well-being and keep you from being…
The battle to achieve and maintain a healthy weight isn’t won on one field. Diet, exercise, emotional support, medical intervention and education may all be part of a successful weight loss program. That being said, diet is likely the most important factor in long-term weight loss. Spring clean your pantry and remove these unhealthy choices!…
We know that obesity is very complex, with a wide variety of causes, factors, and health effects. To help bring more clarity to obesity, in a society that shows significant misunderstanding towards obesity, the American Medical Association’s House of Delegates has declared that obesity is a disease. …
New studies suggest that the Lap-Band, a common surgical weight loss procedure, is safe and effective for patients with a lower body-mass index than initially believed. The lap band qualifications initially required patients to have a body-mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher and patients with a BMI of 35–39.9 with an obesity-related condition such…
Are you putting off having weight loss surgery? You may be thinking about trying again to lose weight on your own, or wondering if a new fad diet is what you need. Taking the step right now to lose weight is the most important decision. For many people, it is a life-saving decision….