As the popularity of weight loss surgery continues to grow, more and more patients are trying to take advantage of the potentially life-saving benefits. And while the U.S. healthcare system is slowly coming onboard, it’s still not fast enough. But for the residents of one state, a ground-breaking initiative may offer hope to millions of […]

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If you’re overweight or obese, you’ve probably tried numerous methods to lose those excess pounds. But besides diet, exercise, and psychological counseling, bariatric surgery is emerging as a truly effective alternative. However, much like any other medical procedure, there are pros and cons to consider. And of course, not every facility offers the same level […]

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Today, there’s simply no way to deny the astounding health benefits of weight loss surgery for obesity. Mounting numbers of studies illustrate that these procedures can not only lead to remarkable weight loss, but improved overall health and well-being, as well. But is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Recent research […]

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As if navigating the pitfalls of high school isn’t hard enough, just imagine getting through those years with severe weight issues! But there may be hope, at least for Australian students, as bariatric surgery procedures have now received support from that country’s medical community. And if the amazing results are any indication, these procedures may […]

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As we all know, obesity may be one of the most dangerous challenges ever to face the nation! Fortunately, weight loss surgery has been found to offer real hope to the obese. But new research may offer hope for those select men and women dealing with the most serious weight issues, the morbidly obese.
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Being overweight or obese is difficult enough for adults, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially harmful, both for now and in years to come. However, new research offers hope that one type of surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band), may greatly improve the health of teenagers struggling with morbid obesity.
In a […]

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Lap Band Surgery May Be Most Effective For Morbidly Obese Teenagers
Being overweight or obese is difficult enough for adults, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially harmful, both for now and in years to come. However, new research offers hope that one type of surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band), may greatly […]

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If you suffer from asthma, you know that there are many “triggers” that can set off your symptoms. For instance, you know to stay away from animal hair, pollen, dust mites, mold, and chemicals, all of which can affect how you feel on a given day. But did you know that how you deal with […]

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The notion of “baby-fat” has always been the sign of a healthy, thriving child. But in light of new research, parents may want to be very careful and even monitor their babies’ weights.
Three new studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggest that there may be a link between infant weight gain and […]

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Does it seem like no matter how much you exercise and diet, you just can’t keep that weight from coming back? Well, it may not be your fault!
New research shows that your body may be holding on to a steady number of fat cells every year. A study published in Nature found that the human […]

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