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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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Most People Keep the Weight Off After Bariatric Surgery

February 20, 2020 | Uncategorized

Bariatric surgery is the key to jumpstarting your weight loss journey, and keeping excess weight off for good. Here’s how: What’s the most important benefit of weight loss surgery? We’d have to say — longevity. You’ll be able to log...

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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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How to Share Your Weight Loss Surgery Decision with Family and Friends

February 11, 2020 | Obesity

Your weight loss journey will be much more successful if you have the support of your friends and family. Here’s how to start the conversation. In 2018, over 250,000 people struggling with obesity in the United States underwent bariatric surgery....

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What Are the Risks of NOT Having Bariatric Surgery?

February 04, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

Understanding the health risks of obesity is the first step to making a positive change. The rise of digital technology has empowered more people to take control of their health. Digital tools can support healthy lifestyle changes such as monitoring...

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What’s the Connection Between Obesity and Infertility?

January 28, 2020 | Obesity

Obesity can contribute to infertility in both men and women, but bariatric surgery opens up more options for those looking to start a family. Living with obesity can be physically and emotionally challenging. In addition to weight-related health problems like...

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7 Benefits to Bariatric Surgery Besides Helping You Lose Weight

January 23, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

The benefits of weight-loss surgery are physical, mental, and in many cases, transformational. Here are a few of the advantages that go beyond the scale. The primary benefit of weight-loss surgery is right there in the name — bariatric procedures...

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The Anti-Aging Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

January 21, 2020 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Can bariatric surgery help slow the aging process? Recent studies highlight additional benefits of the procedure, such as vibrant skin and reduced genetic signs of aging. It’s no secret that losing weight can make you look and feel younger. The...

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Weight Loss Is About More Than Willpower

January 16, 2020 | Weight Loss

It’s time to debunk some myths about weight loss, willpower, and long-term success. If you ask people what the secret to weight loss is, you’ll probably get a bunch of different answers. Some may say all you have to do...

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How Stress Can Impact Your Weight

January 14, 2020 | Obesity

Stress can have a major impact on your health, making it difficult to lose weight and keep it off. Here’s what you need to know about the link between stress and obesity. When you’re trying to balance any combination of...

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