Morbid obesity is a complex, multifactorial chronic disease. For many patients, the risk of death from not having the surgery is greater than the risks from the possible complications of having the procedure. More
For anyone who has considered a weight loss program, there is certainly no shortage of choices. The fact remains that morbid obesity is a complex, multifactorial chronic disease. For many patients, the risk of death from not having the surgery is greater than the risks from the possible complications of having the procedure. More
Surgery should be viewed first and foremost as a method for alleviating debilitating, chronic disease, for those with a Body Mass Index of 40 or greater. More
Surgery should be viewed first and foremost as a method for alleviating debilitating, chronic disease. In most cases, the minimum qualification for consideration as a candidate for the procedure is 100 lbs. above ideal body weight or those with a Body Mass Index of 40 or greater. More
There are literally hundreds of diets available. Moving from diet to diet in a cycle of weight gain and loss - yo-yo dieting - that stresses the heart, kidneys and other organs can also be a health risk. More
There are literally hundreds of diets available. Moving from diet to diet in a cycle of weight gain and loss - yo-yo dieting - that stresses the heart, kidneys and other organs can also be a health risk. Doctors who prescribe and supervise diets for their patients usually create a customized program with the goal of greatly restricting calorie intake while maintaining nutrition.More
Starting an exercise program can be especially intimidating for someone suffering from morbid obesity. The benefits of exercise are clear, however. And there are ways to get started. More
Starting an exercise program can be especially intimidating for someone suffering from morbid obesity. Your health condition may make any level of physical exertion next to impossible. The benefits of exercise are clear, however. And there are ways to get started. More
New over-the-counter and prescription weight loss medications have been introduced. Some people have found them effective in helping to curb their appetite.More
New over-the-counter and prescription weight loss medications have been introduced. Some people have found them effective in helping to curb their appetite.More
