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Bariatric Surgery Can Lessen the Burden Of Cardiovascular Diseases

Posted: May 03 in Gastric Band Blog by

Obesity in the United States has been referred to as epidemic. Recently, the American Heart Association Obesity Committee of the Council on Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism released a statement concerning weight loss surgery, such as Lap Band surgery, as it relates to losing weight and improving on risks involved with metabolic disorder.

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Lap-band Surgery an Option for More People in Need

Posted: Mar 31 in Gastric Band Blog by

Weight loss surgery and specifically Lap-band surgery is an option for many people that are at least 100 pounds over their recommended weight or have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or more. Weight loss surgery is recommended for people who have a body mass index of 35 and also have other risk factors, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

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Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: Mar 16 in Gastric Band Blog by

Following bariatric surgery, weight loss surgeons in Albany, GA agree that exercise is an important component of recovery and an ongoing tool for weight control. If you have had a bariatric surgery such as Lap Band, exercise is now part of your life. However, it is important to begin your new exercise regimen by beginning slow. [Read more]

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New Opportunity for Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: Jan 24 in Gastric Band Blog by

An advisory committee with the FDA recently determined that lap band surgery is suitable for patients with a BMI (body mass index) as low as 30. The weight loss surgery had previously been recommended for those who were at least 100 pounds overweight with a BMI of at least 40. Patients had been able to pursue the surgery with a BMI of 35 and other health complications such as heart disease.
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Overcoming Common Challenges After Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: Jul 02 in Gastric Band Blog by

Undergoing weight loss surgery in Georgia is a big commitment. It also requires taking on a certain amount of risk, as any surgery or major medical procedure carries some risk. It cannot be said, therefore, that anyone who has weight loss surgery is not serious about losing weight or committed to weight loss. And yet, some people who have weight loss surgery find themselves struggling to reach their goal weight or regaining weight that they’ve lost. How does this happen, and how can you prevent it from happening to you? [Read more]

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Metabolism and Weight Loss—How You Burn Calories

Posted: Jun 18 in Gastric Band Blog by

Your metabolism has a reputation for being the culprit behind weight gain and obesity. In many people’s minds, a slow metabolism is to blame for their inability to lose weight while a friend who may eat the same amount of food doesn’t gain a pound. The truth is, however, that metabolism doesn’t work the way that you’d expect, and it’s very rare that a slow metabolism is the cause of weight gain. [Read more]

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Complications and Costs for Obesity Surgery Declining

Posted: Feb 05 in Gastric Band Blog by

Thanks to several factors, complications arising from bariatric surgery and the resulting costs have declined over the last several years, a new study shows. [Read more]

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Choosing a Weight Loss Surgery Program That is Best For You

Posted: Nov 22 in Gastric Band Blog by

Weight loss surgery can provide a permanent solution to your struggles with obesity. However, there are many factors to consider when creating a weight loss surgery program. Every body, like every person, is different, and it’s important to create a weight loss surgery plan that will address your individual needs.

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