Obesity Blog

Category: Weight Loss

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How to Support A Loved One Who is Having Weight Loss Surgery

May 19, 2020 | Weight Loss

Do you know someone who is planning to have weight loss surgery? Here are five ways you can show your support. Consider the following scenario — someone you love has just been brave enough to share their weight loss surgery...

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The Connection Between Obesity and Nutritional Deficiencies

May 15, 2020 | Obesity

Feeling full doesn’t necessarily mean you’re eating well. Learn more about the connection between obesity and nutritional deficiencies.  When people think about malnutrition, they often envision someone who is extremely underweight. However, not getting enough to eat is only one...

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Weight Loss Surgery May Lower Your Risk of Colon Cancer

May 04, 2020 | Weight Loss

A new study shows that weight loss surgery may reduce your risk of developing colon cancer. Here’s what you need to know. Weight loss surgery offers wide-ranging benefits, including lowering your risk for serious health conditions. As obesity has been...

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The Importance of a High-Protein Diet After Bariatric Surgery

April 23, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

Eating enough protein after weight loss surgery is key to staying healthy and maintaining weight loss results. Here’s what you need to know. Changing your diet is an essential part of weight loss, as no amount of rigorous exercise will...

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4 Simple Habits That Lead to Weight Loss Surgery Success

April 16, 2020 | Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery jumpstarts your weight loss journey, but it’s also important to make lifestyle changes in order to keep the excess weight off for good. Bariatric surgery is an effective way for people who struggle with obesity to start living...

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The Importance of Exercise During Your Weight Loss Journey

March 17, 2020 | Weight Loss

Exercise is an essential part of any weight loss journey, especially those that include bariatric surgery. If you’re unclear about how bariatric surgery works, you might think that having a procedure like gastric sleeve or gastric bypass eliminates the need...

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How Metabolism Really Works — And How It Impacts Weight Loss

March 10, 2020 | Obesity

Here’s everything you need to know about metabolism, including how it affects your weight loss journey, and how bariatric surgery can help. If you’ve ever struggled with your weight, you know that obesity is a complex issue with many physical,...

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Going Out to Eat After Weight Loss Surgery

March 03, 2020 | Weight Loss

It’s natural to feel a little nervous about going out to eat after weight loss surgery. Follow these tips to keep you on track. If you’ve successfully made it through your weight loss journey, you know how important it is...

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How Weight Loss Surgery Can Boost Your Fitness and Mobility

February 25, 2020 | Obesity

Considering weight loss surgery? Here’s how the procedure can increase your mobility and make exercise more fun. As 2020 approaches, many people are using the promise of the new year to plan a fresh start. However, if you’re struggling with...

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How to Measure Your Progress After Weight Loss Surgery

February 18, 2020 | Weight Loss

It’s important to document your weight loss journey and take the time to celebrate how far you’ve come. Congratulations, you’ve just had weight loss surgery! Now it’s time to track your progress. Checking in on your weight loss journey doesn’t...

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