New Year, New You, New Body
Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s Resolutions year after year. For those who struggle with obesity, the New Year can be a great time to focus on their health. Being significantly overweight can lead to very serious health concerns including heart disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, type two diabetes, and even certain […]
Bariatric Surgery Misconceptions
There were about 228,000 bariatric, or weight loss, operations performed in the United States in 2017. It is an option for people who are overweight and simply can’t lose weight through diet or exercise. As with other types of surgery, there are myths associated with bariatric surgery, such as the following. 1. People Who Have […]
How to Stay on Your Diet Path This Holiday Season
The holidays are stressful enough without having to be mindful of your diet. A lot of people lose motivation during this time because they feel they cannot partake in holiday meals with their families, but this is simply not true. The trick is learning how to eat food that won’t destroy your diet. Dr. Balsama […]
Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
What in the world is bariatric surgery? Bariatric surgery, in a nutshell, is a surgical procedure that aims to reduce the size and change the functions of the stomach. The goal of bariatric surgery is to encourage the loss of weight. However, if you’re considering bariatric surgery, it’s important to know that there are some […]
Bariatric Surgery Promotes Safer Childbirth
According to a survey conducted by the CDC in 2016-2017, 27.4% of women in the United States ages 18-44 had a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher based on reported height and weight. Put simply, almost a third of U.S. women of reproductive age are considered obese, and will most likely face a […]
3 Ways to Stay Active in Colder Weather
It is important to stay active throughout the entire year, even when it starts to get colder. Many people lose their motivation during the winter months because it gets dark earlier, it’s cold, and it’s hard to leave the house once you are home. This has lasting results on your mental and overall health. To […]
3 Post-Bariatric Surgery Diet Tips
A change of diet will help you in the long run after receiving bariatric surgery. Not only will it help you lose weight, but the diet can help to avoid any complications from the surgery. The post-bariatric diet is designed to allow your stomach to heal, get you used to eating a small amount of […]
Weight Loss Surgery for Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a very serious disease that affects millions of people. It is a chronic disease that affects the way the body processes blood sugar, requiring a restricted diet and sometimes the use of insulin. One factor that contributes to the onset of type 2 diabetes and its symptoms is being overweight or […]
What You Need to Know About the Gastric Sleeve
If you’ve been considering gastric sleeve surgery, there are a few details that you should keep in mind. During the surgery performed by Dr. Louis Balsama, your stomach will be reduced to limit the amount of food you can eat. There are usually a few conditions you must be able to meet before being approved […]
When To Revise A Weight Loss Surgery
Some people have a weight loss surgery relapse several years after their initial surgery. A small percentage of people will benefit from another procedure that is known as a revision surgery. The purpose of a revision surgery is to help a person lose weight and address any related symptoms that they may have. There are […]
