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Weight-Loss Surgery May Eliminate Liver Disease
A dangerous liver disease that's a side effect of obesity appears to be completely overcome in a majority of patients as a result of the weight loss following bariatric surgery, according to a recently published report.
Obesity, which has become epidemic in the United States, has grown from afflicting 15 percent of the population in 1980 to 32.9 percent in 2004. It leads to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in around 70 percent of the obese and in 85 percent to 95 percent of those who are morbidly obese. Obesity is defined using body mass index (BMI), which relates an individual's weight to his or her height. A person with a BMI of 30 or above is considered obese. People who are morbidly obese have a BMI of 40 or more. (Read more about Weight-Loss Surgery May Eliminate Liver Disease)
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Weight-Loss Surgery With One Small Incision
Stomach banding is an important weapon in the war chest of the bariatric surgeon - but it typically requires five incisions and a considerable recovery time.
But a new technique just coming into use needs just a single incision to accomplish the task of gastric banding, that is, tying off the top portion of the stomach so that food flow is restricted and slowed down. When the small, top part of the stomach is full, it signals the brain, which tells the body it's no longer hungry. This can lead to large reductions in weight for the morbidly obese, who are the only category of patients allowed to undergo the surgery. (Read more about Weight-Loss Surgery With One Small Incision)
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Signs of a Good Bariatric Surgery Candidate
If you're obese and have tried every diet imaginable, sticking to it faithfully, and still can't lose the excess poundage, you might be a candidate for weight-loss surgery.
But bariatric surgeons don't choose just anyone. To qualify, a prospective patient must satisfy certain criteria. First, a person's body mass index, or BMI, must be at least 40 - or he or she must weigh at least 100 pounds more than his or her ideal weight. (Read more about Signs of a Good Bariatric Surgery Candidate)
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Researchers Control "Hunger Hormone"
Investigators may have found a novel route to weight loss by controlling the hormone that produces appetite.
The hormone, ghrelin, is produced by the fundus, or upper part of the stomach. Since ghrelin requires a rich supply of blood to be created, the scientists shut down the blood supply to that area of the stomach by chemically blocking the main artery there. (Read more about Researchers Control "Hunger Hormone")
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Chocolate Milkshakes Shed Insight on Obesity
The journal "Science" reports on the impact of chocolate milkshakes on obese people versus non-obese people.
The Oct. 17 issue of the journal "Science" reports on the impact of chocolate milkshakes on obese people versus non-obese people. Chocolate milkshakes in particular were studied because: "There are very few things that excite the brain as much as chocolate." So says researchers at the Oregon Research Institute and the University of Oregon, where the study was conducted. (Read more about Chocolate Milkshakes Shed Insight on Obesity)
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Know if you are at Risk for Heart Disease
Want to know whether you're at risk for heart disease? Pull out a tape measure. A recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that body mass index (BMI) alone may not be reliably linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Researchers say the best indicator for health and heart disease risk is the waist to hip ratio, which means if you're a apple shaped person and tend to carry weight around the middle you may need to cut back inches, even if your BMI is in the healthy range. (Read more about Know if you are at Risk for Heart Disease)
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Beth Israel Medical Center - Dr. Elliot Goodman a Bariartic Surgeon
Video interview Dr. Elliot Goodman who discusses bariatric surgery, procedure options, risk factors, important things for patients to know, and frequently asked questions. (Read more about Beth Israel Medical Center - Dr. Elliot Goodman a Bariartic Surgeon)
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Link Found Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Diabetes
A study conducted by researchers at Rutgers University found that soft drinks containing high fructose corn syrup had high levels of reactive compounds that have been shown by other studies to potentially trigger diabetes. High fructose corn syrup is the primary sweetener found in numerous foods and beverages such as non-diet soda, baked foods, and condiments. Many food manufacturers prefer the syrup because it is economical, sweeter and easy to blend into beverages.
Head researcher, Chi-Tang Ho, conducted chemical tests among 11 carbonated drinks containing high fructose corn syrup. He found high levels of reactive carbonyls that are believed to cause tissue damage through unbound fructose and glucose molecules. By comparison, table sugar does not have reactive carbonyls because its chemical compounds are bound and stable. (Read more about Link Found Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Diabetes)
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Bariatric Surgery Found to Lower Risk of Death
Obesity is on the rise, and so are associated health risks like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnea. Although once believed to be a risky and rare procedure, bariatric surgery is becoming a prevalent option for people who suffer from morbid obesity. Over 175,000 patients underwent bariatric surgery last year and the number is expected to grow this year. Although there are risks in undergoing these procedures, the surgery death rate has fallen over the years as the technique becomes more sophisticated and less invasive. (Read more about Bariatric Surgery Found to Lower Risk of Death)
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Waist To Hip Ratio Is the Best Indicator for Heart Disease Risk
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that body mass index (BMI) alone may not be reliably linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Researchers say the best indicator for health and heart disease risk is the waist to hip ratio. Adding inches to the waistline can greatly increase a person's risk for heart disease, even if their BMI is in the healthy range. (Read more about Waist To Hip Ratio Is the Best Indicator for Heart Disease Risk)
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-697-4627
Obesity is a serious problem in the United States and places a growing number of individuals at serious health risks. If you are obese and your body has been unresponsive to dietary and exercise programs, the team at Lap Band Center of Houston specializes in an array of surgical procedures, including LAP BANDs, which can help you work your way back to a healthier and slimmer state. The top priority is always the individual, so you will be sure to receive great personal care every step of the way at Lap Band Center of Houston
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The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 855-1548
For anyone, losing weight can be a grueling battle. The constant balancing act between, diet, exercise and nutrition are tricky for some to handle, especially when already burdened by obesity. If you feel like you need a helping hand to lose weight and improve your health, you are not alone. Countless people around the world have overcome obesity with the help of LAP BAND Surgery. The Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery is dedicated to giving those in need of a boost the tools they need to lose weight and move forward with their lives.
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-697-4627
Being overweight or obese can wear down the health of our bodies over time, eventually leading to serious conditions like heart disease. Early and decisive action is the best effective solution, and weight loss surgery is one of the most powerful resources modern medicine has to combat obesity. The Lap Band Center of Houston in Texas is home to experts in laparoscopic gastric banding who want to help you return to healthier living.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call: (888) 351-8607
Trying to look your best for summer, but see no improvement in your physical appearance after months of work? Are you embarrassed by your weight problem and don't know where to turn to for help? If so, Dr. Elliot Goodman at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York offers you Bariatric Surgery, an advance treatment alternative to traditional weight loss.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
Is obesity causing a decline in your health? Do you feel like weight loss is out of reach on your own? With fast and unhealthy food everywhere, its much harder to maintain a healthy and nutritious diet than many people think. If obesity and diabetes is degrading your quality of life and well-being, its time to get treatment. Dr. Nilesh A. Patel and the Texas Bariatric Specialists provide many types of surgery for diabetes and obesity for those in the Austin, Texas area. The help and assistance you need to live healthier and happier is only a phone call away.
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The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 855-1548
Finding a surgeon whom you can be completely confident in is imperative for patients making the decision. In Mamaroneck, Dr. Daniel Davis, MD and his well qualified staff have years of experience to compliment the most innovative, minimally invasive surgical equipment available in the medical world. Their center is designed to make each patient feel at home and their staff's top priority is to be sensitive to each patient's needs.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
525 Oak Centre Dr. Suite 100
San Antonio,
TX
78258
Call: 888-841-8507
Choose the latest advancement in minimally invasive bariatric surgery for your weight loss procedure. Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, MD offers expert laparoscopy at Texas Bariatric Surgery in San Antonio, TX.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
New York City,
NY
10003
Call: (888) 351-8607
Gastric bypass surgery can be an inroad to better overall health and lower weight. It is a very serious step to take against obesity, and Dr. Elliot Goodman and Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City have the expertise and experience it takes to help you make the right decision.
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-697-4627
It's tougher to lose weight that people think. In a culture that is both preoccupied with being thin and popularizes fast, unhealthy food it's no wonder millions of Americans struggle with obesity. Do you feel like you need assistance to lose weight? You're not alone, countless people around the world have turned to surgically assisted weight loss procedures like LAP BAND to help them cut the pounds and get back their health. The team at Lap Band Center of Houston is ready to help those in Downtown Houston, Texas gain back the health that being overweight and obese has taken away.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
NYC,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
Your health is in your hands. Deciding to have obesity surgery is a pretty significant decision, and choosing the right weight loss surgery center and surgeon is just as important. You should look for a Center that has: qualified and skilled surgeons, a dedicated staff that's committed to long term weight management, and overall, a group of people who will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve as a patient.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
Are you fed up of just coping with the life restricting affects of obesity? If you're struggling to lose weight though diet and exercise, Bariatric Surgery may be able to help. Many people who couldn't loose the necessary weight by them self have turned to the committed experts at Texas Bariatric Specialists for assistance. Dr. Patel and the team of certified doctors at Texas Bariatric Specialists are dedicated to assisting people like you change their lives for the better through Bariatric Surgeries. If you're in the Pflugerville, Texas area, you don't have to spend another day living uncomfortable and unhappy because of obesity. The Texas Bariatric Specialists can help.
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The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 855-1548
Morbid obesity is a very serious disorder that often requires immediate attention to prevent serious health risks from developing and threatening one's well being. Lawrence Hospital Center in Westchester, New York is equipped to make lasting changes in the lives of obese people. At their Center for Advanced Surgery, surgical weight loss procedures performed by a team of certified experts with years of experience help individuals slim down and regain their health. The individual is always the top priority at Lawrence Hospital Center, so you will be sure to experience extraordinary personal care that is very difficult to find at any medical center.
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Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3FL
Vienna,
VA
22182
Call:
Do you see morbid obesity surgery in your future? Dr. Hazem Elariny is a morbid obesity surgery specialist in Maryland, Virginia. Board certified Dr. Elariny pioneered the Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure as a primary procedure for obesity and is acclaimed for performing the largest number of laparoscopic duodenal switch procedures in the world.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
New York City,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
You know how tough living with obesity can be. Every doctor is telling you the same thing; lose weight. Much easier said then done. If you're struggling to loose the weight needed for your health, its time to find an obesity surgeon that understands how tough battling obesity can be. Achieving a healthier and happier life takes a team effort. At the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center the group of board-certified surgeons can help you feel comfortable and proud of your body again.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
For some individuals, obesity is a problem triggered by genetic factors that may prevent them from losing weight no matter how hard they try. If you feel that your specific weight problem is caused by these factors, then undergoing effective weight-loss surgery is your only solution. However, you can't put your well-being into the hands of just any surgeon. To find an obesity surgeon with the skills and the right techniques, you should go to the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in Manhattan, where a well-trained staff of medical professionals possesses both the sensitivity and the qualifications to help you target your weight-loss goals.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
You've already exhausted all your options, it seems---you've tried to diet, but it hasn't worked, the weight always comes back. You've tried appetite suppressants, and risky pills, but nothing helps. Your doctor has told you that you must lose weight, or your health will be irreversibly affected. It seems as though you have no other options. But you do: Texas Bariatric Specialists of Austin, Texas.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call: (888) 566-9369
Are you morbidly obese and want a safe and effective solution? If so, call Dr. Robert McKeen at South Bay Bariatrics in San Jose, California today to get the help you deserve. Dr. McKeen offers a variety of treatments for your morbid obesity,which, if not treated, can be dangerous.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
525 Oak Centre Dr. Suite 100
San Antonio,
TX
78258
Call: 888-841-8507
Obesity can put you at serious risk of developing life threatening conditions. If you're one of millions of Americans who finds yourself unable to lose significant weight despite attempts at diet and exercise, you might want to consider bariatric surgery. Finding the right Obesity Clinic should be your top priority. In San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Nilesh A. Patel heads the state of the art Texas Bariatric Specialists which has a national reputation for excellence in safely and effectively helping their patient's lose weight.
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Dr. Marc Bessler, M.D.
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call: 888-284-4509
Are you having a tough time losing weight? It's harder to juggle diet, nutrition and exercise than most people realize. With fast and unhealthy foods everywhere, it's not surprising that many Americans are struggling with obesity. If you're searching for help and guidance to lose the weight needed for your health and well being, consider Dr. Marc Bessler, MD and the team at Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery. With 18 years of surgical experience Dr. Bessler performs the latest effective weight loss surgery for those unable to lose weight on their own in the Manhattan, NYC area.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
525 Oak Centre Dr. Suite 100
San Antonio,
TX
78258
Call: 888-841-8507
Metabolic surgery is a big decision and it's normal to feel fear when facing changes like these in our lives. You just want to talk to someone who knows what you are going through and someone who knows where you're headed. Texas Bariatric Specialists in San Antonio, TX helps people who are obese reclaim an active and healthy life, and they stick with you all the way through the process. Dr. Nilesh A. Patel is a nationally recognized bariatric surgeon who has successfully completed over 800 weight loss surgery procedures. He operates with a team of professionals who have dedicated their lives to the health and wellness of others.
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