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Category: Weight-Loss Surgery

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Celebrities Who Have Been Open About Weight Loss Surgery

December 18, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

These five popular celebrities have benefitted from undergoing weight loss surgery. Here’s what we can learn from their stories. Many celebrities and social media influencers talk about their diets or exercise routines at length, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find...

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The Mental Health Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

December 12, 2019 | Obesity

The psychological benefits of weight loss are just as important as the physical ones. Learn more about how weight loss surgery can foster a healthier, happier lifestyle. The many advantages of losing weight are well-known. People who maintain and achieve...

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5 Steps to Prepare Yourself for Weight Loss Surgery

December 10, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Considering weight loss surgery? Effectively preparing for the procedure begins with five simple steps. With all of the benefits associated with weight loss surgery — improved cardiovascular health, reduction of joint pain, relief from anxiety and depression — it can...

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How Weight Loss Can Lead to a Better Night’s Sleep

December 05, 2019 | Weight Loss

A good night’s sleep is hard to achieve for many people, but those struggling with obesity often face additional challenges. Here’s how weight loss surgery can help. A good night’s sleep is crucial to a healthy lifestyle, and Americans in...

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What Can You Eat After Weight Loss Surgery?

November 26, 2019 | Weight Loss

Knowing what to eat after weight loss surgery can be tricky. While in many ways you can return to a normal diet, it’s important to keep these recommendations in mind. Weight loss surgery changes your relationship with food, helping you...

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How Weight Loss Support Programs Help You Maintain Long-Term Success

November 21, 2019 | Weight Loss

Weight loss surgery can be life-changing, but it’s the support you receive along the way that leads to sustainable, long-term results. Bariatric surgery offers many benefits, from the physical to the psychological. As you lose weight, you gain a more...

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How Does Weight Loss Surgery Work?

November 19, 2019 | Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery changes how your body responds to food, increasing weight loss and improving weight-related health conditions. Find out how this life-changing treatment works. Most people considering bariatric surgery have tried to lose weight many times. While they may have...

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Weight Loss Surgery May Offer Unique Benefits for Teens

November 14, 2019 | Obesity

A new study shows that teens who undergo bariatric surgery are even more likely than adults to see an improvement in type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Obesity is a serious health condition that affects millions of Americans, including...

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What Is Gastric Band Revision Surgery?

November 12, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

If you’ve been experiencing discomfort due to your Lap Band, gastric band revision surgery may be right for you. Here’s what you need to know. With the advent of new medical technologies, people looking to lose weight through bariatric surgery...

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A Guide to Getting Pregnant After Weight Loss Surgery

November 07, 2019 | Obesity

  Weight loss surgery can help improve a woman’s chances of getting pregnant, but there are some precautions you should take to ensure both you and your baby remain healthy.   The physical and psychological benefits of weight loss are...

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