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Nervous About Bariatric Surgery? Here Are Four Tips to Ease Your Anxiety

June 25, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

Don’t let anxiety stop you from taking control of your health. Here are four tips to ease your fears about weight loss surgery. Deciding to undergo weight loss surgery is a huge step toward taking charge of your health. You’ll...

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Top 5 Benefits of the Orbera Gastric Balloon

June 18, 2020 | Obesity

The Orbera gastric balloon is an excellent weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery. Learn more about its top five benefits. If you struggle with obesity and diet and exercise alone haven’t delivered the right results, it’s time to change your life...

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How Weight Loss Can Improve Liver Function

June 11, 2020 | Obesity

Weight loss surgery can reduce your risk of serious health conditions, including fatty liver disease. Here’s what you need to know. For people suffering from obesity, bariatric surgery isn’t just an effective weight loss strategy, it’s an important part of...

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How to Manage Emotional Eating During Stressful Times

June 02, 2020 | Obesity

Emotional eating can derail weight loss success. Here are five tips for staying calm during stressful times.  If you’ve struggled with obesity, you know how challenging it is to shed those stubborn pounds. You have to exercise regularly, eat nutritious...

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Resources for Staying Active

May 29, 2020 | Obesity

As we adjust to life indoors we have to get creative with our ways to stay active. Many companies, fitness studios and gyms are offering complimentary online workouts or free trials of their classes. You can stream these on your...

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Study Shows Weight Loss Surgery May Reduce Risk of Heart Disease

May 26, 2020 | Weight Loss

A recent study shows that weight loss surgery can reduce the risk of heart disease for people with type 2 diabetes. Here’s what you need to know. Your body is a complex machine, and obesity can impact it in similarly...

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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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