by angela.booth on April 21, 2010

Losing weight really can be a life or death situation, particularly for those people who are morbidly obese. Time is of the essence and the longer it takes to lose the weight the greater the risk to their health. For this reason gastric bypass surgery may be the best option. If you are considering this [...]
by angela.booth on September 15, 2009
Weight-loss surgery has gotten a lot of attention lately, thanks to many celebrities who have undergone the procedure. However, it is not something that should be done on a whim. Consider the possible complications before “going under the knife.” The most common complications that occur immediately after weight-loss surgery are: Infection: As with any other [...]
by angela.booth on July 10, 2009
Weight-loss surgery is an attractive idea for many: Simply go under the surgeon’s knife and all your extra pounds are gone. In reality, of course, surgery is never that simple. Here are the factors to consider before opting for weight loss surgery. 1. How overweight are you? If you are at less than 80 pounds [...]
by angela.booth on December 12, 2008
Weight-loss surgery is a very tempting proposition, isn’t it? Why not go to the hospital and have the doctor cut away all those extra pounds? Here are just a few of the reasons to reconsider weight loss surgery. Pain: Surgery, any kind of surgery is painful. While you are likely to be put under anesthesia [...]
by angela.booth on June 3, 2008
If you’re dieting, and you’re having surgery, you may be wondering how quickly you can get back to healthy exercise. Exercise after surgery can be part of recommended physical therapy, or a return to pre-operative routines. In either case, done properly, exercise will help create flexibility, improve balance – by strengthening muscles that help stabilize [...]
by angela.booth on April 12, 2008
Thanks to the irregular lifestyle led by most Americans, USA has the largest number of obese adults. An average American diet consist of oily, fatty and sweet foods, foods that make one fat rather than contributing to their health. Fewer people even take a look at the available healthy foods, such as vegetables, fruits, etc. [...]
by angela.booth on October 13, 2007
If you’re obese, you may be considering gastric bypass surgery as an ultimate weight loss solution. After your surgery, you’ll need to eat a special diet. Gastric bypass diet: What to eat after weight-loss surgery explains: “Eat small amounts. Just after surgery, your stomach holds only about 1 ounce of food. Though your stomach stretches [...]